2012-13 BPTH Syllabus PDF

MAHARASHTRA UNIVERSITY OF HEALTH
SCIENCES, NASHIK
SYLLABUS FOR
BACHELOR OF PHYSIOTHERAPY (B.P.Th.)

DEGREE COURSE
This syllabus is applicable from the academic year 2012-2013
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INDEX
Sr. No. Topics Page No.
1. Professional Definition 1
2. Preamble 3
3. Framework of the curriculum 9
4. Subjects Schedule: year wise 13
5. I B.P.Th. 17
6. II B.P.Th. 53
7. III B.P.Th. 89
8. IV B.P.Th. 133
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PHYSIOTHERAPY
DEFINITION:
`Physiotherapy‟ is a branch of modern medical science which includes

examination, assessment, interpretation, physical diagnosis, planning and
execution of treatment and advice to any person for the purpose of preventing,
correcting, alleviating and limiting dysfunction, acute and chronic bodily
malfunction including life saving measures via chest physiotherapy in the intensive
care unit, curing physical disorders or disability, promoting physical fitness,
facilitating healing and pain relief and treatment of physical and psychological
disorders through modulating psychological and physical response using physical
agents, activities and devices including exercise, mobilization, manipulations,
therapeutic ultrasound, electrical and thermal agents and electrotherapy for
diagnosis, treatment and prevention.
(Definition as per the Maharashtra State Council for
Occupational therapy & Physiotherapy, 2004)
`Physiotherapist’ is a qualified professional who has acquired all the above

mentioned knowledge and skills for entry into practice after being awarded a
bachelor degree in the subject of ” Physiotherapy” from a recognised institute
affiliated to the University conducting a fulltime course not less than four years
and six months of internship.
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PREAMBLE
Physiotherapy or Physical Therapy (P.T.) is a Movement Science with an established theoretical

and scientific base and widespread clinical applications in the Prevention, Restoration &
Rehabilitation, Maintenance and Promotion of optimal physical function. Physiotherapists
diagnose and manage movement dysfunction and enhance physical and functional abilities.
This physical dysfunction may be the sequelae of involvement of any of the systems like
Musculoskeletal, Neurological, Cardiovascular, Respiratory or other body systems.
These practitioners contribute to society and the profession through practice, teaching,
administration, and the discovery and application of new knowledge about physiotherapy
experiences of sufficient excellence and breadth by research to allow the acquisition and
application of essential knowledge, skills, and behaviors as applied to the practice of
physiotherapy.
Learning experiences are provided under the guidance and supervision of competent faculty, in
both, classroom as well as in clinic. The designed curriculum will prepare the entry-to-practice
physiotherapist (PT), to be an autonomous, effective, safe and compassionate professional, who
practices collaboratively in a variety of healthcare set ups such as neonatal to geriatric, from
critical care to community fitness to sports training and is responsive to the current and future
needs of the health care system.
VISION: To create a best possible environment to prepare physiotherapist who shall lead
to serve & heal in a variety of healthcare and social settings to provide best quality of life to
an individual.
MISSION: To graduate knowledgeable, service-oriented, self-assured, adaptable, reflective

practitioners who, by virtue of critical and integrative thinking along with clinical reasoning,
lifelong learning, and ethical values, render independent judgments concerning patient /person
needs those are supported by evidence; promote the health of the patient or person; and enhance
the professional, contextual, and collaborative foundations for physiotherapy practice.
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ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS
The following “essential requirements” specify those attributes that the faculty consider
necessary for completing the professional education enabling each graduate to subsequently
enter clinical practice. The purpose of this curriculum is to delineate the cognitive, affective and
psychomotor skills deemed essential for completion of this program and to perform as a
competent physiotherapist who will be able to evaluate, plan & execute physiotherapy treatment
independently.
COGNITIVE LEARNING SKILLS: The student must demonstrate the ability to receive,
interpret, remember, reproduce and use information in the cognitive, psychomotor, and affective
domains of learning to solve problems, evaluate work, and generate new ways of processing or
categorizing similar information listed in course objectives.
PSYCHOMOTOR SKILLS: The student must demonstrate the following skills.
1. Locomotion ability:
Get to lecture, laboratory and clinical locations, and move within rooms as needed for changing
groups, partners and work stations. Move quickly in an emergency situation to protect the
patient (e.g. from falling).
2. Manual tasks:
a. Maneuver another person‟s body parts to effectively perform evaluation techniques.
Manipulate common tools used for screening tests of the cranial nerves, sensation, range
of motion, blood pressure, e.g., cotton balls, safety pins, goniometers, Q-tips,
sphygmomanometer. Safely and effectively guide, facilitate, inhibit, and resist movement
and motor patterns through physical facilitation and inhibition techniques (including
ability to give timely urgent verbal feedback).
b. Manipulate another person‟s body in transfers, gait, positioning, exercise, and
mobilization techniques. Manipulate evaluation and treatment equipment safely and
accurately apply to patients. Manipulate bolsters, pillows, plinths, mats, gait assistive
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devices, and other supports or chairs to aid in positioning, moving, or treating a patient
effectively.
c. Competently perform and supervise cardiopulmonary resuscitation
3. Fine motor/hand skills:

a. Legibly record thoughts for written assignments (including diagrams) and tests.
Document evaluations, patient care notes, referrals, etc. in standard medical charts in
hospital/clinical settings in a timely manner and consistent with the acceptable norms of
clinical settings.
b. Safely apply and adjust the dials or controls of therapeutic modalities.
c. Safely and effectively position hands and apply mobilization and therapeutic techniques.
4. Visual acuity to:

a. Read written and illustrated material in the English language, in the form of lecture
handouts, textbooks, literature and patient‟s chart.
b. Observe active demonstrations in the classroom.
c. Visualize training videos, projected slides/overheads, X-ray pictures, and notes written on
a blackboard/whiteboard.
d. Receive visual information from patients, e.g., movement, posture, body mechanics, and
gait necessary for comparison to normal standards for purposes of evaluation of
movement dysfunctions.
e. Receive visual information from treatment environment, e.g., dials on modalities and
monitors, assistive devices, furniture, flooring, structures, etc.
f. Receive visual clues as to the patient‟s tolerance of the intervention procedures. These
may include facial grimaces, muscle twitching, withdrawal etc.
5. Auditory acuity to:

a. Hear lectures and discussion in an academic and clinical setting.
b. Distinguish between normal and abnormal breathing, lung and heart sounds using a
stethoscope.
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6. Communication:
a. Effectively communicate information and safety concerns with other students, teachers,
patients, peers, staff and personnel by asking questions, giving information, explaining
conditions and procedures, or teaching home programs. These all need to be done in a
timely manner and within the acceptable norms of academic and clinical settings.
b. Receive and interpret written communication in both academic and clinical settings in a
timely manner.
c. Receive and send verbal communication in life threatening situations in a timely manner
within the acceptable norms of clinical settings.
d. Physiotherapy education presents exceptional challenges in the volume and breadth of
required reading and the necessity to impart information to others. Students must be able
to communicate quickly, effectively and efficiently in oral and written English with all
members of the health care team.
7. Self care:
Maintain general good health and self care in order not to jeopardize the health and safety
of self and individuals with whom one interacts in the academic and clinical settings.
AFFECTIVE LEARNING SKILLS: The student must be able to:

1. Demonstrate respect to all people, including students, teachers, patients and medical
personnel, without showing bias or preference on the grounds of age, race, gender, sexual
preference, disease, mental status, lifestyle, opinions or personal values.
2. Demonstrate appropriate affective behaviors and mental attitudes in order not to
jeopardize the emotional, physical, mental, and behavioral safety of patients and other
individuals with whom one interacts in the academic and clinical settings and to be in
compliance with the ethical standards of the profession.
3. Acknowledge and respect individual values and opinions in order to foster harmonious
working relationships with colleagues, peers, and patients.
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PROFESSIONAL DRESS CODE STANDARDS:
It is important to portray a professional image. A clinician with inappropriate dress, grooming or
conduct can damage the patient's confidence in the quality of their care, sometimes even
resulting in a delay in the restoration of health.
Haircuts, hairstyling, and personal grooming need to be neat, conservative and inconspicuous.
Grooming and style should be practical and allow one's duties to be performed without
embarrassment or inconvenience
DRESS:
Modest casual wear is appropriate on campus and in class.
Clinical /Lab Dress: Aprons for all clinical assignments, any class that is held in a clinical facility
and in any class where patients are present.
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FRAMEWORK OF THE CURRICULUM
COURSE DURATION: Four years and Six months of Internship.
I B.P.Th.
a. Deals with the basic foundation in medical as well as physiotherapy subjects. The
foundation of human body structure & function & energy utilization is achieved by
studying the subjects Human Anatomy, Physiology, and Biochemistry.
b. Students knowledge of Physics i.e. – Mechanics, Electricity, Water , Sound & Light is
recalled to apply it on human body in understanding movements and the various
physiotherapeutic modalities under the subject of Fundamentals of Electrotherapy &
Fundamentals of Kinesiology & Kinesiotherapy.
II B.P.Th.
a. Deals with understanding of altered physiology by studying pathology & Microbiology.

b. The students get oriented to various Pharmacotherapeutic agents used along with their
effects by studying Pharmacology.
c. The students will study about normal and altered human mind & behavior by studying
Psychology & Psychiatry. They will also learn skills required for effective
communication with the patients and care givers.
d. Students will acquire the knowledge of Biomechanics as applicable to human body in the
context of Kinetics & kinematics of Joints, Movements & Daily activities under subject
of Kinesiology and shall acquire knowledge and learn various physiotherapeutic skills on
models in subject of Kinesiotherapy.
e. In the subject of Electrotherapeutics, students will acquire knowledge and learn
application & uses of various electrotherapeutic modalities on models.
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III B.P.Th.
a. Students acquire knowledge of all the clinical subjects like Orthopaedics, General
Surgery, Medicine, Neurology, Paediatrics, Dermatology & Gynecology & Obstetrics,
Community Medicine and Sociology.
b. Students will acquire knowledge about the principles of International Classification of
Functioning (I.C.F.) and its applicability in context to movement dysfunctions.
c. Students will learn the physiotherapeutic evaluation skills including electrodiagnosis on
patients to arrive at a Functional/ Physical Diagnosis in Neuromuscular, Cardiovascular
& Respiratory dysfunction. They will also acquire knowledge of various specialized
manual therapy and neurodevelopmental techniques and practice these skills on models
under the subject of functional diagnosis and physiotherapeutic skills.
IV B.P.Th.
a. Students will revise, recall and integrate the knowledge of previous years to evaluate,
functionally diagnose, plan and execute short and long term management of various
musculoskeletal, neurological & cardiovascular- respiratory dysfunctions in hospital and
community settings.
b. Students also acquire knowledge pertaining to health promotion & disease prevention
throughout lifespan in the community. They will also be able to analyse, prevent and treat
problems associated with various industries in community physiotherapy.
c. Students will also acquire knowledge about biomechanical principles & application of
variety of aids & appliances used for ambulation, protection & prevention by studying
Bioengineering.
d. Professional Practice and ethics as a subject will be studied in continuum from first year,
so students will acquire the knowledge of ethical code of professional practice, as well as
its moral& legal aspects. The principles of Hospital Administration, Management &
Marketing will be studied separately.
e. Students will also acquire knowledge of Research Methodology and Biostatistics and
apply the knowledge in project work in community physiotherapy.
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INTERNSHIP
a. A period of 6 months (26 weeks) of continuous clinical practice to enhance the clinical
reasoning, judgment, programme planning, intervention, evaluation of intervention,
follow up and referral skills of all the dysfunctions and impairments learnt throughout the
curriculum of four years.
b. Those candidates declared to have passed the final year examination in all subjects shall
be eligible for internship.
c. Internship shall be done in a teaching hospital recognized by the University. A degree
certificate shall be awarded ONLY on successful completion of six months of internship.
d. The Internship will be rotatory and shall cover clinical branches concerned with
Physiotherapy such as Orthopaedics, Cardiovascular & Respiratory including ICU,
Neurology & Neurosurgery Paediatrics, General Medicine, Surgery, Obstetrics and
Gynecology both inpatient and outpatient services.
e. Successful Completion: The student must maintain a logbook. On completion of each
posting, the same will have to be certified by the faculty in charge of the posting for both
attendance as well as work done. On completion of all the postings, the duly completed
logbook will be submitted to the Principal/Head of program to be considered as having
successfully completed the internship program.
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SUBJECTS SCHEDULE
I B. P.Th.
TRANSCRIPT HOURS - 1400
Sr. No. SUBJECTS Teaching

Hrs
PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE
1 Professional practice & Ethics 015
BASIC MEDICAL SCIENCES
2 Human Anatomy 210
3 Human Physiology 200
4 Biochemistry 050
PHYSIOTHERAPY
5 Fundamentals of Kinesiology & Kinesiotherapy 250
6 Fundamentals of Electrotherapy 200
7 Seminar 060
8 Observational clinical practice 415
TOTAL 1400
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II B. P.Th.
TRANSCRIPT HOURS- 1400

Hrs
MEDICAL SCIENCES
2 Pathology 050
3 Microbiology 035
4 Pharmacology 050
5 Psychiatry including Psychology 050
PHYSIOTHERAPY
6 Kinesiology 080
7 Kinesiotherapy 240
8 Electrotherapy 300
9 Seminar 090
10 Supervised clinical practice 490
TOTAL 1400
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III B. P.Th.
TRANSCRIPT HOURS- 1400

Hrs
MEDICAL SCIENCES
2 Surgery-I 055
3 Surgery-II 060
4 Medicine-I 055
5 Medicine-II 065
6 Community Medicine & Sociology 060
7 Obstetrics & Gynaecology 030
8 Dermatology 010
PHYSIOTHERAPY
9 Functional Diagnosis & Physiotherapeutic Skills 460

10 Seminar (including I.C.F.) 090
TOTAL 1400
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IV B.P.Th.
TRANSCRIPT HOURS -1465
Sr. No. SUBJECTS Teaching Hrs

2 Administration, Management & Marketing 020
PHYSIOTHERAPY
3 Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy 200

4 Neuro Physiotherapy 200
5 Cardiovascular Respiratory Physiotherapy 200
(Including Critical Care)
6 Community Physiotherapy 200
7 Principles of Bio-engineering 030
8 Research Methodology & Biostatistics 040
9 Seminar (including I.C.F.) 060
TOTAL 1465
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I B.P.Th.
SYLLABUS
Transcript Hrs-1400
Sr. Subjects Didactic Practical/Demonstration Total

No. Hours / Clinical Hours Hours
1 Professional practice & Ethics 015 - 015
(College Examination in final year)
BASIC MEDICAL SCIENCES
3 Human Anatomy 150 60 210
4 Human Physiology 150 50 200
5 Biochemistry 046 004 050

PHYSIOTHERAPY
6 Fundamentals of Kinesiology & 100 150 250
Kinesiotherapy
7 Fundamentals of Electrotherapy 095 105 200
8 Seminar (including introduction to - 60 060
terms of I.C.F. definition of
Structural and Functional
impairments as applied to Anatomical
structures and Physiological
functions)
(not for examination)
9 Observational Clinical Practice - 415 415
 He /She shall observe and

note technical aspects of
fixation of electrotherapeutic
modalities, basic movements
and starting positions used,
learn bedside manners and
communication skills with the
seniors, peers and patients
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PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE AND ETHICS
(COLLEGE EXAMINATION IN FINAL YEAR)
TOTAL -15 HRS
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This subject will be taught in continuum from first year to final year. An exam will
be conducted only in final year. Professional and ethical practice curriculum content addresses
the Knowledge, Skills and Behaviors required of the physiotherapist in a range of practice
relationships and roles. The course will discuss the role, responsibility, ethics administration
issues and accountability of the physical therapists. The course will also cover the history and
change in the profession, responsibilities of the professional to the profession, the public and to
the health care team. This includes the application of professional and ethical reasoning decision-
making strategies and professional communication.
OBJECTIVES:
At the end of the course, the student will be compliant in following domains:
Cognitive: The student will

a) Be able to understand the moral values and meaning of ethics.
b) Acquire bedside manners and communication skills in relation with patients, peers,
seniors and other professionals.
Psychomotor: The student will be able to:

Develop psychomotor skills for physiotherapist-patient relationship.
SYLLABUS
Sr. Topics Didactic Visits/ Total

No. Hrs Supervision Hrs
Hours
1. Introduction to the history of Physiotherapy 02
2. Orientation to the curriculum, clinical areas and
03
geographical location
3. Concept of morality and ethics 03 05
4. Concept of professionalism and Professional
02
dress code
TOTAL 10 05 15
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HUMAN ANATOMY
(Didactic –150hrs + Practical / Laboratory –60hrs) TOTAL -210 HRS
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
The focus of this course is an in-depth study and analysis of the regional and systemic
organization of the body. Emphasis is placed upon structure and function of human
movement. A comprehensive study of human anatomy with emphasis on the nervous,
musculoskeletal and circulatory systems is incorporated. Introduction to general anatomy lays
the foundation of the course. Dissection and identification of structures in the cadaver
supplemented with the study of charts, models, prosected material and radiographs are
utilized to identify anatomical landmarks and configurations of the:
 Upper limb and thoracic region

 Lower limb, abdomen and pelvis
 Head and Neck
 Nervous system
Didactic Practical Total

Sr. No. Regions
Hours Hours Hours
1 GENERAL ANATOMY AND 17 03 20
HISTOLOGY
2 MUSCULOSKELETAL 57 33 90
SYSTEM
3 NEURO ANATOMY 32 12 44
4 SYSTEMIC ANATOMY 09 03 12
5 CARDIO VASCULAR & 13 05 18
RESPIRATORY ANATOMY
6 ABDOMEN 04 02 06
7 SENSORY ORGANS 04 02 06
8 ENDOCRINE & EXOCRINE 04 - 04
SYSTEM
9 RADIOLOGY 10 - 10
TOTAL 150 60 210
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OBJECTIVES:
1] MUSCULOSKELETAL ANATOMY
i. The student should be able to identify & describe Anatomical aspects of muscles, bones,
joints, their attachments & to understand and analyze movements.
ii. Application of knowledge of anatomy on the living (living anatomy).
iii. To understand the Anatomical basis of various clinical conditions.
2] NEURO ANATOMY
i. To identify & describe various parts of nervous system.
ii. To describe blood circulation of C.N.S. & spinal cord.
iii. Be able to identify the Structures of various C.N.S Trans-sections.
iv. To identify and describe the course of peripheral nerves.
v. To understand anatomical basis of clinical conditions of nervous system.
3] CARDIOVASCULAR & RESPIRATORY ANATOMY

i. To identify & describe various structures of the Cardio Vascular &Respiratory system and
the course of blood vessels
ii. Identify and describe various structures of Thoracic cage and mechanisms of Respiration
iii. Be able to apply knowledge of Living anatomy with respect to Cardio Vascular
&Respiratory system.
iv. To understand anatomical basis of clinical conditions of cardiovascular &Respiratory
system
4] To Obtain Knowledge of OTHER SYSTEMS & SENSORY ORGANS
SYLLABUS

Sr. No. Regions
Hours Hours Hours
1 GENERAL ANATOMY AND HISTOLOGY 17 03 20
a. General Anatomy: 10 10
i. Fascia 1
ii. Muscles 2
iii. Bones 2
iv. Joints 2
v. Nerve 2
vi. Vessels 1
Sr. No. Regions
Hours Hours Hours
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a. General Histology: 7 3 10
i. Epithelial 1
ii. Connective tissue 1
iii. Muscle 1
iv. Bone and cartilage 1
v. Nerve and vessels 1
vi. Embryology 2
2 MUSCULOSKELETAL SYSTEM 57 33 90
a. Superior extremity 15 10 25
b. Inferior extremity 15 10 25
c. Back & Thoracic Cage 10 05 15
d. Head Neck &Face 13 06 19
i.
Skull and Mandible 2 1
ii.
Facial Muscles, blood supply, 3 1
nerve supply
iii. Triangles of neck, Glands, Tongue 3 1
& Palate
iv. Larynx & Pharynx 1 1
v. Muscles of mastication & T.M. joint 2 1
vi. Extra ocular muscles with nerve 1 1
supply
vii. Nose & Para nasal sinuses 1 -
e. Living Anatomy: 4 2 6
i. Upper extremity 1 -
ii. Lower extremity 1 -
iii. Head Neck & Face 1 -
iv. Trunk 1 -
3 NEURO ANATOMY 32 12 44
a. General organization of Nervous System 5 5

b. Central Nervous System 15 8 23
c. Cranial nerves 10 4 14
d. Peripheral Nerves 2 2
(should be done with respective parts)
i. Autonomic Nervous System:
ii. Sympathetic
iii. Parasympathetic
20
Sr. No. Regions
Hours Hours Hours
4 SYSTEMIC ANATOMY 09 03 12
a. Alimentary system 2 - 2
b. Urinary System 2 - 2
c. Genital system: 5 3 8
i. Male organs
ii. Female organs
(Pelvic cavity and Pelvic floor)
5 CARDIO VASCULAR & RESPIRATORY 13 05 18
ANATOMY
a. Thoracic wall 2 - 2
b. Mediastinum 1 - 1
c. Heart and major blood vessels 4 2 6
d. Lungs 2 1 3
e. Diaphragm & Intercostals 2 1 3
f. Ribs and sternum 2 1 3
6 ABDOMEN 04 02 06
Muscles of abdomen 2 1 3
Muscles of pelvis 2 1 3
7 SENSORY ORGANS 04 02 06
a. Ear 2 1 3
b. Eye 1 1 2
c. Skin 1 - 1
8 ENDOCRINE & EXOCRINE SYSTEM 04 - 04
9 RADIOLOGY 10 - 10
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RECOMMEMDED TEXT BOOKS
1. Human Anatomy – Snell
2. Anatomy- Chaurasia, Volume- I,II & III
3. Neuro anatomy -- Inderbir Singh
4. Human Anatomy – Kadasne, Volume- I,II & III
5. Neuroanatomy -- Vishrsam Singh
6. Human Anatomy – Datta
RECOMMEMDED REFERENCE BOOKS

1. Gray‟s Anatomy
2. Extremities -- Quining Wasb
3. Atlas of Histology -- Mariano De Fiore
4. Anatomy & Physiology -- Smout and McDowell
5. Kinesiology -- Katherine Wells
6. Neuroanatomy -- Snell
7. Neuroanatomy -- Vishrsam Singh
8. Cunnigham`s- Practical Anatomy
SCHEME OF UNIVERSITY EXAMINATION
THEORY Marks
80 MARKS + I.A. – 20 MARKS
* The question paper will give appropriate weightage to all the topics in the 100
syllabus.
Section A-MCQs Q-1 -MCQs – based on MUST KNOW area [ 1 x 20] 20
Q-2 - Answer any FIVE out of SIX [5 x 3 = 15]
This question should include:

Digestive/ Uro-genital / Reproductive system / Special
senses – Eye / Ear/ Skin / Circulatory system / General
Section B- S.A.Q. Anatomy/ General Histology
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Q-3- answer any THREE out of FOUR [3 x 5 =15]
T Should be based on:

Thorax / Soft parts Upper Limb / Soft part Lower Limb/
Soft parts Thorax / Spine / Neck.
Q-4] L.A.Q
(should be based on Musculoskeletal anatomy)
Section C -L.A.Q.
- 15 marks 30
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Q-5] A -15 marks
OR
Q-5] B -15 marks
(Should be based on Neuro-Anatomy -including
cranial nerves with emphasis to III to XII nerves)
LAQ should give break up of 15 marks e.g.[3 +5+7]
Total Marks 80
Marks
PRACTICAL
80 MARKS + I.A. – 20 MARKS 100
Based on:
Spots i. Musculoskeletal (7x3) = 21 marks 45
ii. Systemic (5x3) = 15 marks
iii. Neuroanatomy (3x3) = 09 marks
Radiology 05
Living anatomy 05
i. Hard parts 20
Viva
ii. Soft parts
Year work on practicals performed 05

Journal
Total Marks 80
INTERNAL ASSESSMENT:
1. Two exams – Terminal and prelims of 80 marks each (Theory & Practical)
TOTAL - 160 marks
2. I.A. to be calculated out of 20 marks (Theory & Practical)
3. Internal assessment as per University pattern.
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HUMAN PHYSIOLOGY
(Theory -150 hrs, Practical / Laboratory -50 hrs) TOTAL 200 hrs
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
The course is designed to study the function of the human body at the
molecular, cellular, tissue and systems levels. The major underlying themes are; the mechanisms
for promoting homeostasis, cellular processes of the metabolism, membrane function and cellular
signaling; the mechanisms that match supply of nutrients to tissue demands at different activity
levels; the mechanisms that match the rate of excretion of waste products to their rate of
production; the mechanisms that defend the body against injury and promote healing.
These topics address the consideration of nervous and endocrine
regulation of the cardiovascular, hematopoietic, pulmonary, renal, gastro-intestinal and
musculoskeletal systems including the control of cellular metabolism. The course stresses on the
integrative nature of physiological responses in normal function and disease.
This course will serve as a pre-requisite/foundation for the further
courses i.e. Exercise physiology or Pathology
Sr. No. Topics Didactic hrs Practical hrs Total hrs

1. GENERAL PHYSIOLOGY 25 42 172
2. NERVOUS SYSTEM 35
3. EXCRETORY SYSTEM 06
4. TEMPERATURE 02
REGULATION
5. ENDOCRINE SYSTEM 06
6. REPRODUCTIVE SYSTEM 08
7. SPECIAL SENSES 05
8. RESPIRATORY SYSTEM 20
9. CARDIOVASCULAR 20
SYSTEM
10. GASTRO INTESTINAL 03
SYSTEM
11. EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGY 015 08 023
12. PHYSIOLOGY OF AGEING 005 - 005
Total 150 50 200
OBJECTIVES:
At the end of the course, the candidate will:
1. Acquire the knowledge of the relative contribution of each organ system in maintenance
of the Milieu Interior (Homeostasis)
2. Be able to describe physiological functions of various systems, with special reference to
Musculo-skeletal, Neuro-motor, Cardio-respiratory, Endocrine, Uro-genital function, &
alterations in function with aging
3. Analyze physiological response & adaptation to environmental stresses-with special
emphasis on physical activity, altitude, temperature
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4. Acquire the skill of basic clinical examination, with special emphasis to Peripheral &
Central Nervous system, Cardiovascular & Respiratory system, & Exercise tolerance /
Ergography
SYLLABUS
Didactic
Sr. No. Topics
Hrs
1 GENERAL PHYSIOLOGY 25
a. Cell: 4
i. Structure of cell membrane

ii. Transport across cell membrane
iii. Homeostasis
b. Blood: 7
i. Rh- ABO system & mismatch-transfusion

ii. WBC
iii. Plasma protein
iv. Platelets
v. Hemoglobin
vi. Normal values of blood (composition & function)
vii. Bleeding time & clotting time
c. Nerve: 6
i. Structure, classification & Properties

ii. R.M.P& action potential
iii. Propagation of nerve impulse
iv. Nerve injuries –degeneration, regeneration and reaction of
degeneration
d. Muscle: 8
i. Structure- properties- classification- smooth, skeletal,

cardiac, excitation/ contraction coupling
ii. Factors affecting development of muscle tension, fatigue,
load.
iii. Neuro-muscular transmission; applied physiology:
Myasthenia gravis, Eaton Lambert Syndrome.
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Didactic
Sr. No. Topics
Hours
2 NERVOUS SYSTEM: 35
a. Introduction of nervous system, classification – C.N.S.,
P.N.S. & A.N.S.
b. Synapse-structure, properties, & transmission;
c. Reflexes-classification & properties;
d. Receptor physiology: classification, properties.
e. Physiology of Touch, Pain, Temperature & Proprioception;
f. Sensory and motor tracts: effect of transaction (complete and
incomplete) at various levels
g. Physiology of Muscle Tone (muscle spindle); Stretch reflex
h. Connection & function of Basal ganglia, Thalamus,
Hypothalamus, Sensory and Motor cortex, Cerebellum,
Limbic system, Vestibular Apparatus
i. Autonomic nervous system: Structure and functions of the
sympathetic and the parasympathetic nervous system.
j. Learning, memory & conditioned reflex
k. Physiology of Voluntary movement
3 EXCRETORY SYSTEM: 6
a. Kidneys-structure & function;
b. Urine formation;(to exclude concentration and dilution)
c. Juxtaglomerular apparatus
d. Fluid and electrolyte balance – Na, K, H2O
e. Neural control of Micturation
f. Applied physiology: Types of bladder
4 TEMPERATURE REGULATION 2
5 ENDOCRINE SYSTEM: 6
a. Secretion- regulation & function of Pituitary-Thyroid-
Adrenal-Parathyroid-Pancreas
b. Applied physiology (abnormalities) of the above mentioned
glands
6 REPRODUCTIVE SYSTEM: 8
a. Physiology of ovary and testis
b. Physiology of menstrual cycle and spermatogenesis
c. Functions of progesterone, estrogen and testosterone
d. Puberty & menopause
e. Physiological changes during pregnancy
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Didactic
Sr. No. Topics
Hours
7 SPECIAL SENSES: 5
a. Structure and function of the eye
b. Applied physiology: errors of refraction, accommodation,
reflexes – dark and light adaptation, photosensitivity.
c. Structure and function of the ear
d. Applied physiology- types of deafness
8 RESPIRATORY SYSTEM: 20
a. Introduction, structure and function of the RS
b. Mechanics of respiration;
c. Pulmonary Volumes & capacities;
d. Anatomical & Physiological Dead space-
ventilation/perfusion ratio, alveolar ventilation
e. Transport of respiratory gases
f. Nervous & Chemical control of respiration
g. Pulmonary function tests-Direct & indirect method of
measurement
h. Physiological changes with altitude & acclimatization
9 CARDIOVASCULAR SYSTEM: 20
a. Structure & properties of cardiac muscle
b. Cardiac impulse- initiation and conduction
c. Cardiac cycle
d. Heart rate regulation
e. Blood pressure- definition-regulation- Cardiac output-
regulation & function affecting; Peripheral resistance,
venous return
f. Regional circulation-coronary-muscular, cerebral
g. Normal ECG.
10 GASTRO INTESTINAL SYSTEM: 3
a. Absorption and digestion in brief

b. Liver function
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Didactic
Sr. No. Topics Hours
11 EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGY 15
a.Basal Metabolic Rate and Respiratory Quotient
b.Energy metabolism
c.Fatigue
d.Oxygen debt
e.Acute cardio vascular changes during exercise, difference
between mild, moderate and severe exercise, concept of
endurance
f. Acute respiratory changes during exercise
g. Concept of training/conditioning, effects of chronic
exercise/effect of training on the cardiovascular & respiratory
system
h. Body temperature regulation during exercise
i. Hormonal and metabolic effects during exercise
j. Effects of exercise on muscle strength,power,endurance
k. Physical fitness and its components
12 PHYSIOLOGY OF AGEING (With respect to all systems) 05
PRACTICALS
Sr. No. Topics Practical Hours

1. Haematology – (demonstration only) 6hrs
2. GRAPHS: 5hrs
a. Skeletal muscle and its properties
b. Cardiac muscle-properties-effect of Ach &
Adrenaline
3. Blood pressure- effects of change in posture & exercise 4hrs
4. Examination of pulse 2hrs
5. Spirometry 4hrs
a. Lung volumes and capacities
b. Timed vital capacity
6. Perimetry 1hr
7. Physical fitness: 8hrs
a. Breath holding
b. Mercury column test;
c. Cardiac efficiency test- Harvard step test- Master
step test
8. Clinical examination: 20hrs
History taking and general examination /Respiratory
system / cardio vascular system / Higher functions
/Cranial nerves /Reflexes / Motor & Sensory system
TOTAL 50 hrs
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RECOMMENDED TEXT BOOKS
1. Text book on Medical Physiology – Guyton
2. Textbook of Physiology – A K Jain (for MBBS students)
RECOMMENDED REFERENCE BOOKS

1. Review of Medical Physiology – Ganong
2. Samson & Wright‟s Applied Physiology
3. Textbook of Medical Physiology – Bern and Levy
THEORY Marks
* The question paper will give appropriate weightage to all the topics in the
100
syllabus.
Section A-MCQs Q-1 -MCQs – based on MUST KNOW area [ 1 x 20] 20
Based on: Blood/G.I. tract / Electrolyte balance /

Endocrine / Uro-genital System / General physiology
/Special Senses (Eye/Ear/Skin)
Section B- S.A.Q.
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Q-3- Answer any THREE out of FOUR [3 x 5 =15]
Based on:
Cardio-vascular system / Respiratory system / Exercise
Physiology/ Nerve
Q-4] L.A.Q
(Compulsory from Musculoskeletal) -15 marks
Q-5] A - 15 marks
OR
Section C -L.A.Q. Q-5] B -15 marks 30
Based on: C.N.S./ Spinal Cord/ Electro-Neuro-
Physiology /C.V.S. /R.S.
LAQ should give break up of 15 marks – e.g. [ 3 +5+7]
Total Marks 80
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Marks
PRACTICAL
Spots Based on: Topic 1,2,3,6,7,8,9,11&12 (10 X 2 Marks) 20
Based on theory 20
Viva
On Clinical Physiology
C.V.S. 10 Marks
Demonstration 35
R.S. 10 Marks
C.N.S.
Cranial Nerves and Special Senses 15 Marks
Journal Year work on practicals performed 05
Total Marks 80
1. Two exams – Terminal and prelims of 80 marks each (Theory & Practical)
TOTAL - 160 marks
2. I.A. to be calculated out of 20 marks (Theory & Practical)
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BIOCHEMISTRY
(Didactic 46hrs+Demonstrations 4hrs) TOTAL 50 HRS
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This course provides the knowledge and skills in fundamental organic

chemistry and introductory biochemistry that are essential for further studies It covers basic
biochemical, cellular, biological and microbiological processes, basic chemical reactions in the
prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells, the structure of biological molecules, introduction to the
nutrients i.e. carbohydrates, fats, enzymes, nucleic acids and amino acids.
Sr. No. Topics Didactic Demonstrations Total

Hours Hours Hours
1 CARBOHYDRATES 9 9
2 PROTEINS 6 6
3 ENZYMES 4 4
4 VITAMINS 4 4
5 MINERALS 5 5
6 HORMONES 1 1
7 NUTRITION 3 3
8 CLINICAL BIOCHEMISTRY 6 4 10
9 LIPID 4 4
10 MUSCLE CONTRACTION 4 4
TOTAL 46 4 50
OBJECTIVES:
The student would know:

1. Various biomolecules which are present in the body and functions
2. The formation and fate of these biomolecules
3. Their normal levels in body fluids required for functioning and their abnormal levels to
understand the disease process.
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SYLLABUS
Didactic Demonstrations Total
Sr. No. Topics
Hours Hours Hours
1 CARBOHYDRATES 9 9
a. Chemistry, Definition, Classification with
examples, Functions
b. Digestion and Absorption, Glycogenesis,
Gluconeogenesis, Glycogenolysis and HMP
pathway, Glycolysis, Electron transport
chain for ATP synthesis, TCA cycle.
Hormonal regulation of blood
c. Glucose, Glycogen storage disorders,

Diabetes mellitus, Glycosuria, changes in
Carbohydrate, Protein & Lipid metabolism.
d. All the metabolisms should be taught based
on the following points such as starting and
ending products, tissues of occurrence and
the conditions when the pathway is
activated, deactivated and significance of
the pathway.
2 PROTEINS 6 6
a. Definition, Importance, Functional
Classification, Digestion & Absorption,
decarboxylation, deamination,
transamination, transmethylation, Urea
cycle, clinical significance of serum urea,
function of glycine, Phenylalanine,
trytophan, methionine tyrosine.
b. There should be an emphasis on

understanding the structure of protein, the
essential and non-essential amino acids.
3 ENZYMES 4 4
Definition, Modern Classification, Factors
affecting enzymes Action, diagnostic &
therapeutics uses & enzymes, Isoenzymes,
Competitive & Non competitive inhibition.
4 VITAMINS 4 4
Definition, Classification, Fat & water
soluble vitamins, functions, Deficiency
manifestations sources & RDA
Sr. No. Topics Didactic Demonstrations Total
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Hours Hours Hours
5 MINERALS 5 5
Ca, P, Fe, I, Zinc, Selenium, Fluorine,
Magnesium include Na and K. Function
sources, Deficiency manifestations
6 HORMONES 1 1
Definition with mechanism of action,
classification.
7 NUTRITION 3 3
Composition of food, balanced diet,
Kwashiorkor, Marasmus, Nitrogen
balance, major Dietary constituent & their
importance. Include energy requirements,
factors affecting B.M.R., S.D.A. (Specific
Dynamic Action) and R.Q. (Respiratory
Quotient)
8 CLINICAL BIOCHEMISTRY 6 4 10
a. Liver Function Test, Renal Function Test,
Lipid profile in serum
b. Starvation metabolism, Hemoglobin
chemistry and metabolism
c. Demonstrations:
Demonstration of estimation of various
biomolecules and their interpretation
Interpret reports of various conditions
(including Diabetic profile, Cardiac profile,
Uric acid and Gout)
9 LIPID 4 4
Definition, classification with examples
biomedical importance, Phospholipids &
lipoproteins functions. Digestion &
absorption of lipid, β oxidation of fatty acid
with Energetics, Ketone bodies and their
metabolism, Prostaglandins and essential
fatty acids, Cholesterol, importance of
cholesterol, obesity
10 MUSCLE CONTRACTION 4 4
Mechanism & Biochemical events
Connective Tissue- Biochemistry of
connective tissue Collagen-Glyco-protein
proteoglycans
TOTAL 46 4 50
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1. Biochemistry – Dr. Satyanarayan

2. Text book of Biochemistry for Medical students – Dr. Vasudevan / Shri Kumar
3. Biochemistry – Dr. Pankaja Naik
RECOMMENDED REFERENCE BOOK

1. Review of Biochemistry (24th edition) - Harpar
THEORY ONLY Marks

40 marks + I.A. – 10 Marks
[There shall be no LAQ in this paper]
* The question paper will give appropriate weightage to all the 50
topics in the syllabus.
MCQs – based on MUST KNOW area

Section -A-Q-1 10
[1x10]
SAQ-to answer any FIVE out of SIX [5x3] 15
Section-B-
Q-2 & Q-3 SAQ – to answer any THREE out of FOUR
15
[3x5]
Total Marks 40
INTERNAL ASSESEMENT
1. Two exams – Terminal and prelims of 40 marks each TOTAL - 80 marks
2. I.A. to be calculated out of 10 marks (Theory only)
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FUNDAMENTALS OF KINESIOLOGY &
KINESIOTHERAPY
(Didactic – 100 Hrs &Practical / Laboratory – 150 Hrs) TOTAL 250 HRS
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This course covers the definition of various terms used in mechanics,
biomechanics kinesiology as well as its importance in physical therapy. It applies the mechanical
principles to simple equipments of therapeutic gymnasium and familiarizes the candidate to its
use. It covers the types of human motions as well as planes and relative axes of motion. It also
explains the inter-relationship among kinematic variables and utilizes this knowledge to describe
and analyze motion. It covers the classification of the joints and muscles along their
distinguishing characteristics and skill of measurement of its ranges in various planes and axes.
This course additionally covers therapeutic principles and skills of application of massage, yoga,
aerobic exercise and use of suspension therapy. It also enhances the skill of evaluation of vital
parameters & sensory system.
Sr. No. Topics Didactic Practical/ Total

Hours Laboratory Hours
Hours
1 MECHANICS & BASIC 25 --- 25
BIOMECHANICS
2 BIO-PHYSICS RELATED TO 20 25 45
KINESIOTHERAPY
3 CLASSIFICATION OF MOVEMENTS 10 15 25
4 BASIC EVALUATION 15 35 50
5 MASSAGE 05 20 25
6 RELAXATION 05 10 15
7 AEROBIC EXERCISE 05 05 10
8 YOGA 15 40 55
TOTAL 100 150 250
OBJECTIVE:
Cognitive:
At the end of the course, the candidate will be able to:
a) Define the various terms used in relation to Mechanics, Biomechanics & Kinesiology
b) Recall the basic principles of Biophysics related to mechanics of movement / motion &
understand the application of these principles to the simple equipment designs along
with their efficacy in Therapeutic Gymnasium & various starting positions used in
therapeutics.
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Psychomotor:
a) Describe & also acquire the skills of use of various tools of the Therapeutic
Gymnasium
b) Demonstrate the movements in terms of various anatomical planes and axes.
c) Demonstrate various starting & derived positions used in therapeutics.
d) Describe physiological principles & acquire the skills of application of therapeutic
massage
e) Acquire the skills of assessment of basic evaluation like sensations, reflexes &vital
parameters
f) Acquire the skill of objective assessment of Range of Motion of the joints by
Goniometry
g) Describe physiological basis and principle of relaxation and acquire the skills of
relaxation methods
h) Describe physiological responses and principles of aerobic exercises for general
fitness & demonstrate fitness skills on self & group.
i) Describe physiological principles and acquire the skill of performing Pranayama &
Yogasanas
SYLLABUS
Practical/
Sr. Didactic Total
Topic Laboratory
No. Hours Hours
Hours
MECHANICS & BASIC BIOMECHANICS 25 -- 25
a. Mechanics & Application to human body
i. Definition and terminologies: Mechanics 20 20

(Statics & Dynamics), Biomechanics, Kinetics,
Kinematics (Osteokinematics, Arthrokinematics,
Open Chain & Closed Chain kinematics)
ii. Axes / planes,
iii. Laws of inertia & motion,
1. iv. Gravity, C.O.G., L.O.G. and B.O.S.
v. Equilibrium – Types and affecting factors
vi. Mechanics of Forces Work, Energy, Power,
Friction, Momentum, Parallelogram of Forces
vii. Torque
viii. Pendulum
ix. Mechanical and Anatomical pulleys
x. Levers
xi. Fluid mechanics related to Hydrotherapy
(physics, statics & dynamics)
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Practical/
Sr. Didactic Total
Topic Laboratory
No. Hours Hours
Hours
b. Muscle Mechanics 5 -- 5
i. Types of Muscles- Anatomical & Physiological

ii. Types of muscle work / Contraction
iii. Muscle Action: Roles as Agonist, Antagonist,
Fixators, Synergist
iv. Active & Passive insufficiency
v. Range of muscle work ,Angle of pull – with
importance to efficiency of muscle work and
stability of joint
2 BIO-PHYSICS RELATED TO KINESIOTHERAPY 20 25 45
a. Starting Positions & Derived Positions 10 5 15
i. Application of stability
ii. BOS, Gravity and muscle work in relation to
various positions
b. Therapeutic Gymnasium 5 5 10
i. Use of accessories such as Pulleys Springs,

Shoulder wheel, Walking aids,
ii. Finger ladder, Therapeutic balls, Weights,
Resistance bands, tubes, & wands
iii. Applied mechanics of all above accessories
c. Suspension Therapy 5 15 20
i. Principles
ii. Suspension Apparatus
iii. Types of Suspension
iv. Effects and uses
v. Techniques for individual joints
3 CLASSIFICATION OF MOVEMENTS 10 15 25
a. Definition and classification

b. Principles of movements
c. Effects, uses and Techniques (active: assisted, free,
assisted- resisted, resisted & passive)
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Practical/
Sr. Didactic Total
Topic Laboratory
No. Hours Hours
Hours
4 BASIC EVALUATION 15 35 50
a. Assessment of Vital Parameters 5 5 10
i. Temperature
ii. Blood Pressure
iii. Heart Rate/ Pulse rate
iv. Respiratory Rate
v. Chest expansion
b. Assessment of Sensations and Reflex testing 5 5 10
c. Goniometry 5 25 30
i. Definition and Types of Goniometers

ii. Principles
iii. Techniques for individual joints with
biomechanical principles
iv. Uses
5 MASSAGE 05 20 25
a. Definition
b. Classification
c. Principles
d. Effects & uses
e. Indications and contra indications
f. Techniques- Upper limb, Lower Limb, Neck, Back,
Abdomen, Face & Scalp
6 RELAXATION 05 10 15
a. Principles,
b. Techniques along with their effects & uses
i. General - Jacobson‟s, Shavasana & Reciprocal
( Laura Mitchell )
ii. Local - Heat, Massage, Gentle/Rhythmic
passive movements
7 AEROBIC CONDITIONING AND 5 5 10
BASIC PRINCIPLES OF GENERAL FITNESS
(as applied to self and group)
a. Physiology of aerobic and anaerobic exercise.

b. Components of fitness (definition of terms only)
c. Warm up
d. Cool down exercises
e. Group & Recreational activities
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Practical/
Sr. Didactic Total
Topic Laboratory
No. Hours Hours
Hours
8 YOGA 15 40 55
a. Definition
b. Principles of Yoga
c. Yogasana- Technique, Benefits, Contraindications
& cautions for each Asanas:
i. Asanas in supine
a) Pawanamuktasana
b) Ardha Halasana
c) Halasana
d) Setubandhasana
e) Naukasana
f) Matsyasana
g) Shavasana
h) Sarvangasana
ii. Asanas in prone
a) Bhujangasana
b) Ardha-Shalabhasana
c) Dhanurasana
d) Makarasana
iii.Asanas in sitting
a) Padmasana, Siddhasana, Sukhasana
b) Yogamudrasana
c) Virasana
d) Vajrasana
e) Gomukhasana
f) Pashchimottanasana
iv. Asanas in standing
a) Padhastasana, Padangusthasana, Uttanasana
b) Utkatasana
c) Tadasana
d) Trikonasana
v. Pranayama
a) Anulom-vilom
b) Kapalbhati
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PRACTICAL: Practical demonstrations of:
Sr. No. Topics

1 Various starting and derived positions
2 The techniques of active, passive, assisted and resisted movements
The techniques of various accessories and equipments used in therapeutic
3 gymnasium its biomechanical principles and uses.
The techniques of use of suspension method for assisted and resisted
4 movements
5 Relaxation procedures
6 Massage techniques
7 Yogasanas and Pranayama
8 Aerobic exercise for self and others
Assessment of vital parameters in different body position (supine, sitting and
9 standing) and of sensory system and reflexes.
Measurement of joint R.O.M. through goniometry, method of fixation and
10 measurement.
1. Principles of Exercise Therapy – Dena Gardiner

2. Massage, Manipulation & Traction – Sydney Litch
3. Therapeutic Exercise – Sydney Litch
4. Massage – M. Hollis
5. Practical Exercisetherapy– Margaret Hollis
6. Hydrotherapy – Kisner, Hollis
7. Measurement of Joint Motion – Cynthia Norkins.
8. Biomechanics – Cynthia Norkins
9. Clinical Kinesiology-Brunnstrom
10. Yogic Exercises-Physiologic and Psychic processes-- S. Datta Ray
1. Therapeutic Exercise – Carolyn Kisner

2. Asanas-Why & How – Omprakash Tiwari
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THEORY Marks
syllabus.
Section A-
Q-1 -MCQs – based on MUST KNOW area [ 1 x 20] 20
M.C.Qs.
Section B- S.A.Q. Q-2 - Answer any FIVE out of SIX [3x 5 =15]
Q-3- Answer any THREE out of FOUR [5x 3 =15] 30
Q-4] - 15 marks
Q-5] - 15 marks
OR
Q-5] -15 marks
Section C-L.A.Q.
Based on Mechanics & application/ Starting positions & 30
Derived positions/ Classification of Movements/
Goniometry/ Massage
Total Marks 80
Marks
PRACTICAL
Based on Massage / Goniometry / Movements (passive)
Cognitive – Bio-physics, Biomechanical
LONG CASE principles, indications, contraindication 35
Documentation of findings etc - 20 Marks
Psychomotor + Affective skills - 15 Marks
Two Short case based on
Basic evaluation (any one): Sensation / Reflex
testing / B.P./ & Pulse Rate/ Chest Expansion /
Respiratory Rate /Aerobic fitness for self
SHORT CASE Skill performance (any one): Relaxation / Yoga 40
posture / Starting / Derived position & Suspension
Therapy (2 x 20 = 40 marks)
Cognitive – 05 Marks
Psychomotor -15 Marks
JOURNAL Year work on practicals performed. 5
Total Marks 80
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1. Two exams – Terminal and preliminary examination (Theory & Practical)

of 80 marks each TOTAL - 160 marks
2. Internal Assessment to be calculated out of 20 marks.
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FUNDAMENTALS OF ELECTROTHERAPY
Didactic 95 hrs+ Practical 105hrs [TOTAL-200HRS]
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This course will cover the basic principles of Physics that are applicable in
medical equipments used in Physiotherapy. It will also help to understand the fundamentals of
currents, sound waves, Heat & its effects, electromedical radiations and their effects as well as
their application in physical therapy. It covers the skill of application of superficial thermal
agents and Cryotherapy.
Sr. Topic Didactic Practical/ Total

No. Hours Lab Hours hours
1 MEDICAL ELECTRONICS AND 55 15 70
ELECTRICITY :
a) Fundamentals of Low frequency currents 32 09 41
b) Fundamentals of High frequency currents 13 06 19
c) Electro Magnetic Spectrum 5 - 5
d) Cellular Bio-physics 3 - 3
e) Environmental currents 2 - 2
2 ELECTRICAL MODALITIES 25 40 065
3 SUPERFICIAL THERMAL AGENTS 15 50 065
TOTAL 95 105 200
OBJECTIVES:
Cognitive:
a) Recall the physics principles & Laws of Electricity, Electro magnetic spectrum, & ultra
sound
b) Describe effects of environmental & man made electromagnetic field at the
cellular level & risk factors on prolonged exposure.
c) Describe the Main electrical supply, Electric shock, precautions
d) Enumerate Types & Production of various Therapeutic electrical currents & describe the
panel diagrams of the machines
Psychomotor:
At the end of the course the candidate will be able to –
a) Test the working of the various electrotherapeutic equipments
b) Describe in brief, certain common electrical components such as transistors,
valves, capacitors, transformers etc & the simple instruments used to test / calibrate these
components [ such as potentiometer, oscilloscope , multimeter ] of the circuit ; & will be
able to identify such components.
c) Describe & identify various types of electrodes used in therapeutics, describe electrical skin
resistance & significance of various media used to reduce skin resistance.
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d) Acquire knowledge of various superficial thermal agents such as Paraffin wax bath,
Cryotherapy, Hydrocollator packs, Home remedies, their physiological & therapeutic
effects, Merits / demerits & acquire the skill of application.
SYLLABUS

Sr. No. Topic
Hours /Lab Hrs Hours
MEDICAL ELECTRONICS AND ELECTRICITY 55 15 70
a. Fundamentals of Low frequency currents 32 09 41

i. Basic Physics: 3 - 3
Structure of atom, Isotopes, States of matter;
Compound formation-(covalent formation),
1. Properties of Electric lines of forces,
Conductors, Non-conductors, Latent heat,
Transmission of heat
ii. Condenser 3 - 3
a) Principles
b) Capacity
c) Types & construction
d) Electric field
e) Charging and discharging of the
condenser
f) Duration of Discharge
g) Discharge through inductance
h) Capacitive reactance & uses of
condenser
iii. Main supply: 3 6
3
a) Production of Electricity
b) Types: A.C./ D.C.
c) Distribution/ Grid system wiring of the
house, colour coding of electrical
supply to the apparatus
d) Earthing and its importance
e) Types of Plugs & Switches
iv. Shock 2 - 2
a) Definition
b) Types ( Electric Shock & Earth shock)
c) Severity
Causes, Effects & Precaution
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Sr. No. Topic Didactic Practical/ Total
Hours Lab Hrs Hours
v. Static Electricity: 3 - 3
a) Theory of Electricity
b) Production of Electric Charge
c) Characteristics of charged electrical body
and capacitor and inductance: types &
uses
d) Potential difference
vi. Current electricity 6 6 12
a) EMF
b) Resistance: Combination of
resistance in series and parallel
c) Ohms Law
d) D.C., A.C.
e) Devices for regulating current:
Identification, functioning & Uses-
Rheostat, Potentiometer, Ammeters,
Oscilloscopes, Voltmeter
f) Voltage and Power
g) Thermal effects of electric current-
Joule‟s Law.
vii. Electrical Skin Resistance: 2 - 2
a) Skin Resistance
b) Factors affecting Skin resistance: types
of electrodes used, electrode gels, skin
threshold, skin type, skin temperature,
exercises
c) Methods to reduce skin resistance
viii. Faradic currents: Duration, frequency, wave 5 - 5
forms & graphical representation, surging,
faradic type current, pulse width modulation,
ix. Galvanic currents/ Direct current: and 5 - 5
interrupted galvanic current, duration,
frequency, waveforms & graphical
representation
b. Fundamentals of High frequency currents 13 06 19
i. Electro Magnetic Induction: 3 - 3
a) Production
b) Direction of induced EMF
c) Strength of induced EMF
d) Type – Self & Mutual induction
e) Inductive Reactance
f) Eddy currents
Topic Didactic Practical/ Total
Hours Lab Hours Hours
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g. Principles and Laws – Faraday‟s , Lenz‟s
h. Dynamo
ii. Apparatus for Modification of Currents: 2 - 2
a) Interruption of current – Switch & Valve
b) C- R timing circuit
c) Multivibrator Circuit, Pulse Generator
d) Current supplied to patient – Impulse
type
iii. Magnetism: 2 - 2
a) Nature and Types
b) Molecular theory of Magnetism
c) Property of Magnet
d) Magnetic effect of electric current –
Electro Magnets
e) Meters for measuring A.C.
iv. Sound: 2 - 2
a) Wave motion in sound
b) Infrasonics
c) Normal hearing band
d) Characteristics of sound waves and their
velocities
e) Ultrasonics
f) Reflection, Refraction and Attenuation of
Sound waves
g) Interference of sound waves
v. D.C. and A.C.: 4 6 10
a) Source – Cell and rectified AC
b) Rectification of AC
c) Thermionic valves – Diode and Triode
d) Metal Rectifier
e) Types of Rectification
f) Transformers-Types & Functions
g) Smoothing circuit
h) Semiconductor and its types
i) Diodes & Transistors
j) Choke coil
c. Electro Magnetic Spectrum 5 - 5
i. Laws of transmission Reflection – Refraction –
Absorption – Attenuation
ii. Electro Magnetic Radiation
iii. Laws Governing E.M.R.
iv. Laws of Reflection, Refraction, Absorption,
Attenuation, Cosine Law, Inverse Square
Law, Grothus Law
d. Cellular Bio-physics 3 - 3
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i. Action potential,
ii. Resting membrane potential
iii. Transmission of impulses: Saltatory conduction
iv. Reception & emission of E.M.F. signals
e. Environmental currents 2 - 2
Environmental currents & fields risk factors on
prolonged exposure to E.M. field.
2 ELECTRICAL MODALITIES 25 40 065
Production, Physical principles, Panel diagrams,
Testing of apparatus of the following:
a. S.W.D.
b. Ultrasound
c. U.V.R.
d. I.F.T.
e. I.R.
f. LASER (no panel diagram)
g. Diagnostic Electrical Muscle Stimulator,
h. T.E.N.S.
3 SUPERFICIAL THERMAL AGENTS 15 50 65
Construction/Design of the Modalities, Scales of

temperature, Specific heat & modes of energy transfer,
Physiological effects, Therapeutic effects/ Uses,
Merits/demerits, Indications/contra-indications, Skills
of application:
a. Home remedies
b. Paraffin wax bath
c. whirl pool
d. contrast bath
e. Hydro-collator hot packs
f. Cryotherapy
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PRACTICAL
Practical demonstrations of:
Sr. Topic
No.
1. Various ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS like Diodes & Triodes, Rheostat,
Capacitor, Potentiometer, Switches, Plugs and Pulse generator
2 The technique of testing of mains supply
3 The techniques of testing the following ALONG WITH PANEL DIAGRAM:
i. Low Frequency currents- Diagnostic Muscle stimulator, Transcutaneous
Nerve Stimulation
ii. Medium Frequency currents-I.F.T.
iii. High Frequency currents- Short Wave Diathermy, Ultrasound
iv. I.R. (no panel diagram)
v. U.V.R. (no panel diagram)
vi. LASER (no panel diagram)
4 The skill of application of THERMAL AGENTS (on models) :
i. Hot packs
ii. P.W.B.
iii. Whirlpool
iv. Contrast bath
v. Cryotherapy
1. Clayton 1s Electro therapy – 3rd & 10th edition

2. Electro therapy explained – Low & Reed
3. Electro Therapy – Kahn
4. Electrotherapy Evidence Based Practice-Sheila Kitchen 11th edition
1. Clinical Electrotherapy -- Nelson & Currier
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THEORY Marks
syllabus.
Section A –M.C.Qs. Q-1 MCQs – based on MUST KNOW area [ 1 x 20] 20
Section B- S.A.Q. Q-2 - Answer any FIVE out of SIX [5 x 3 =15]

Q-3- Answer any THREE out of FOUR [3 x 5 =15] 30
Q-4] L.A.Q -15 marks
* Based on superficial Thermal agents
Q-5] (Based on Production /Panel Diagram of high

frequency current) -15 marks
Section C -L.A.Q.
OR 30
Q-5] (Based on Production / Panel Diagram of low/
Medium frequency current) -15 marks
Total Marks 80
Marks
PRACTICAL
Based on Superficial thermal agent:
Cognitive – Medical Electronic, Physiological,
LONG CASE Biophysical principles, Therapeutic effects, 35
indications-contraindications - 20 Marks
Psychomotor + Affective skills - 15 Marks
Two Short case on

Testing of equipments:
1. Low & Medium frequency
SHORT CASE 40
2. High frequency/Actinotherapy (2 x 20=40 marks)
Cognitive – 05 Marks
Psychomotor -15 Marks
JOURNAL Year work on practical‟s performed. 5
Total Marks 80
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1. Two exams – Terminal and preliminary examination (Theory & Practical)

SCHEME OF UNIVERSITY EXAMINATIONS AT A GLANCE

I B.P.Th.
Theory Practical
Subjects
University I.A. Total University I.A. Total
Anatomy
80 20 100 80 20 100
Physiology
80 20 100 80 20 100
Biochemistry
40 10 50 - - -
Fundamentals of
Kinesiology &
80 20 100 80 20 100
Kinesiotherapy
Fundamentals of
Electro Therapy 80 20 100 80 20 100
Total 360 90 450 320 80 400
50
II B.P.Th.
SYLLABUS
Transcript Hours- 1400
Sr. Subject Theory Practical / Total

No. Hours Clinical Hours
Hours
Professional practice & Ethics
1 005 010 015
(College Examination in final year )
MEDICAL SCIENCES
1 Pathology 050 - 050
2 Microbiology 031 004 035
3 Pharmacology 050 - 050
4 Psychiatry (Including Psychology) 030 020 050
PHYSIOTHERAPY
1 Kinesiology 080 - 080
2 Kinesiotherapy 080 160 240
3 Electrotherapy 100 200 300
Seminar (including introduction to terms of I.C.F.

4 definition of terms Activity Limitation and Participation 090 090
Restriction) (not for examination)
5 Supervised clinical practice 490 490

( To practice clinical skills under the supervision, at the
O.P.D./ I.P.D. set up)
 Clinical assignments should include Observation,
Clinical History taking & technical assistance to the
clinicians
Therapeutic Gymnasium
Fundamentals of Exercise therapy &
Electro Therapy
To maintain a Register / Log book-in which the prescribed
Case Histories & written assignments are documented & to
obtain the signature from the respective section In-charge
at the end of the assignment.
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Total -15 HRS
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This subject would be taught in continuum from first year to final
year. An exam in theory would be conducted only in final year. Professional and ethical practice
curriculum content addresses the Knowledge, Skills and Behaviors required of the
physiotherapist in a range of practice relationships and roles. The course will discuss the role,
responsibility, ethics administration issues and accountability of the physical therapists. The
course will also cover the history and change in the profession, responsibilities of the
professional to the profession, the public and to the health care team. This includes the
application of professional and ethical reasoning and decision-making strategies, professional
communication.
OBJECTIVES:
At the end of the course the candidate will be compliant in following domains:
Cognitive:
a) Be able to understand the moral values and meaning of ethics
b) Will acquire bedside manners and communication skills in relation with patients,
peers, seniors and other professionals.
Psychomotor:
a) Be able to develop psychomotor skills for physiotherapist-patient relationship.
b) Skill to evaluate and make decision for plan of management based on sociocultutural
values and referral practice.
Affective:
a) Be able to develop behavioral skills and humanitarian approach while
communicating with patients, relatives, society at large and co-professionals.
b) Be able to develop bed side behavior, respect & maintain patients‟ confidentiality.
SYLLABUS
Sr. Topics Didactic Supervision Total

No. Hours Hours Hours
1. Ethical code of conduct 03
2. Communication skills
a. Physiotherapist -Patient Relationship 01 10 15
b. Interviewing -Types of interview, 01
Skills of interviewing
TOTAL 05 10 15
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PATHOLOGY
[DIDACTIC –50 HRS]
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
Students will develop an understanding of pathology underlying clinical disease

states involving the major organ systems and epidemiological issues. Students will learn to
recognize pathology signs and symptoms considered red flags for serious disease. Students will
use problem-solving skills and information about pathology to decide when referrals to another
health care provider or alternative interventions are indicated. Students will develop the ability to
disseminate pertinent information and findings, and ascertain the appropriate steps to follow.
The course more deals with structural impairments as an important part in ICF
Classification.
Sr. No. Topics Didactic

Hours
1 GENERAL PATHOLOGY 04
2 INFLAMMATION & REPAIR 06
3 IMMUNO –PATHOLOGY 04
4 CIRCULATORY DISTURBANCES 04
5 PATHOLOGIC CHANGES IN VITAMIN 01
DEFICIENCIES
6 GROWTH DISTURBANCES 04
7 MEDICAL GENETICS 01
8 SPECIFIC PATHOLOGY 10
9 MUSCULAR DISORDERS 03
10 NEURO-MUSCULAR JUNCTION 01
11 BONE & JOINTS 05
12 G.I. SYSTEM 01
13 ENDOCRINE 02
14 HEPATIC DISEASES 01
15 CLINICAL PATHOLOGY 03
50
TOTAL
OBJECTIVES:
At the end of the course, the candidate:

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Cognitive:
a) Will have sound knowledge of concepts of cell injury & changes produced by different
tissues, organs and capacity of the body in healing process.
b) Acquire the knowledge of general concepts of neoplasia with reference to the Etiology,
gross & microscopic features, & diagnosis, in different tissues, & organs of the body.
c) Acquire knowledge of common immunological disorders & their resultant effects on the
human body.
Psychomotor:
a) Recall the Etiology–pathogenesis, the pathological effects & the clinico–pathological
correlation of common infections & non-infectious diseases.
b) Understand in brief, about the common Haematological disorders & investigations

necessary to diagnose them.
c) Correlate normal & altered morphology of different organ systems in different diseases
needed for understanding disease process & their clinical significance
SYLLABUS
Didactic
Sr. No. Topics
Hours
1 GENERAL PATHOLOGY 4
a. Cell injury-Causes, Mechanism & Toxic injuries

with special reference to Physical including
ionizing radiation, Chemical & Biological
b. Reversible injury (degeneration)- types-
morphology-cloudy swelling, hyaline, fatty
changes
c. Intra-cellular Accumulation- Mucin, Protein
d. Irreversible cell injury-types of necrosis- Apoptosis
–Calcification- Dystrophic & Metastasis
e. Extra-cellular accumulation-Amylidosis
Didactic
Sr. No. Topics
Hours
2 INFLAMMATION & REPAIR 6
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a. Acute inflammation – features, causes, vascular &
cellular events
b. Morphologic variations-Ulcers
c. Inflammatory cells & Mediators
d. Chronic inflammation: Causes, Types, Non-
specific & Granulomatous – with examples
e. Wound healing by primary & secondary union,
factors promoting & delaying healing process
f. Healing at various sites- bone, nerve & muscle
g. Regeneration & Repair
3 IMMUNO –PATHOLOGY 4
a. Immune system: organization-cells- antibodies-

regulation of immune responses
b. Hyper-sensitivity (types and examples including
graft rejection)
c. Secondary Immuno-deficiency including H.I.V.
d. Basic concepts of autoimmune disease (emphasis
on S.L.E. & R.A.)
4 CIRCULATORY DISTURBANCES 4
a. Oedema - pathogenesis - types - transudates /

exudates
b. Chronic venous congestion- lung, liver
c. Thrombosis – formation – fate – effects
d. Embolism – types- clinical effects
e. Infarction – types – common sites
f. Gangrene – types – etiopathogenesis
g. Shock – Pathogenesis, types
5 PATHOLOGIC CHANGES IN VITAMIN 1

DEFICIENCIES
Didactic
Sr. No. Topics
Hours
6 GROWTH DISTURBANCES 4
a. Atrophy, Hypertrophy, Hypoplasia, Metaplasia,

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Agenesis, Dysplasia
b. Neoplasia classification, Histogenesis, Biologic
behaviors, difference between Benign & Malignant
tumour
c. Malignant neoplasms- grades-stages-local & distal
spread
d. Carcinogenesis: Physical, Chemical, Occupational,
Heredity, Viral, Nutritional
e. Precancerous lesions & Carcinoma in situ
f. Tumour & host interactions–local and systemic
effects-metastatic (special reference to bones and
C.N.S.)
7 MEDICAL GENETICS (in brief): 1

a. Classifications with examples of Genetic disorders
8 SPECIFIC PATHOLOGY 10
a. C.V.S.
i. Atherosclerosis - Ischemic Heart Diseases –
Myocardial Infarction– Pathogenesis /Pathology
ii. Hypertension
iii. C.C.F.
iv. Rheumatic Heart Diseases
v. Peripheral Vascular Diseases
b. Respiratory
i.C.O.P.D.
ii.Pneumonia (lobar, bronchial, viral), Lung Abscess
iii.T. B.: Primary, Secondary – morphologic types
iv. Pleuritis & its complications
v. Lung collapse – Atelectasis
vi. Occupational Lung diseases
(with special emphasis on Silicosis, Asbestosis,
Anthracosis)
vii. A.R.D.S.
Topics Didactic hrs

Sr. No.
c. Neuropathology:
i. Reaction of nervous tissue to injury, infection &
ischemia
ii. Meningitis: Pyogenic, T.B.M., Viral
iii. Cerebro-Vascular Diseases – Atherosclerosis –
Thrombosis, Embolism, Aneurysm, Hypoxia,
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Infarction & Hemorrhage, Hydrocephalous,
Increased Intracranial Pressure
iv. Leprosy
v. Parkinsonism
9 MUSCULAR DISORDERS 3
a. Classification of Muscular disorders with emphasis
on Muscular Dystrophies
10 NEURO-MUSCULAR JUNCTION 1
a. Myasthenia gravis
b. Myasthenic syndrome
11 BONE & JOINTS 5
a. Osteomyelitis – Rickets – Osteomalacia –

Osteoporosis
b. Arthritis- degenerative (Osteoarthritis, Calcaneal
spur, Periarthritis, Spondylosis)
- inflammatory (R.A., Ankylosing
Spondylitis, Gout)
c. Miscellaneous-P.I.D., Haemarthosis
d. Infective-T.B.
12 G.I. SYSTEM 1
a. Gastric / Duodenal ulcer, Enteric fever, T.B.,

Enteritis, Gastritis (related to consumption of
NSAID)
13 ENDOCRINE 2
a. Hypo and Hyperthyroidism

b. Diabetes
14 HEPATIC DISEASES 1
a. Cirrhosis – emphasis to systemic effects of portal

hypertension
Didactic
Sr. No. Topics
Hours
15 CLINICAL PATHOLOGY 3
a. Anemia – (deficiency) – T.C./D.C./ Eosinophilia

Anaemia
b. Muscle / Skin / Nerve biopsy
c. Microscopic appearance of muscle necrosis – fatty
infiltration
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1. Text book of Pathology -Harsh Mohan
2. Basic Pathology-Robbins
1. Pathologic basis of disease - Cotran, Kumar, Robbins
2. General Pathology – Bhende
- ALONG WITH MICROBIOLOGY SUBJECT
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MICROBIOLOGY
(Didactic-31hrs + Demonstration -4hrs) TOTAL 35 HRS
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
Students will develop an understanding of pathology underlying

clinical disease states and involving the major organ systems and epidemiological issues.
Epidemiological issues will be presented and discussed. Students will learn to recognize
pathology signs and symptoms considered red flags for serious disease. Students will use
problem-solving skills and information about pathology to decide when referral to another health
care provider or alternative intervention is indicated. Students will develop the ability to
disseminate pertinent information and findings, and ascertain the appropriate steps to follow.
Sr. Topics Didactic Demonstration Total

1 GENERAL MICROBIOLOGY 4 1 5
2 LABORATORY DIAGNOSIS OF 2 1 3
INFECTION
3 IMMUNOLOGY 5 5
4 SYSTEMIC BACTERIOLOGY 7 7
5 MYCOLOGY 2 1 3
6 VIROLOGY 5 5
7 PARASITOLOGY 3 1 4
8 APPLIED MICROBIOLOGY 3 3
TOTAL 31 4 35
OBJECTIVES:
At the end of the course, the candidate will
1. Have sound knowledge of prevalent communicable diseases and the agents responsible for
causing clinical infections, pertaining to C.N.S, C.V.S, Musculoskeletal system, Respiratory
system, Genitourinary system, wound infections and of newer emerging pathogens
2. Know the importance and practices of best methods to prevent the development of infections in
self and patients (universal safety precautions)
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SYLLABUS
Sr. No. Topics Didactic Practical/Lab Total
Hours Hours Hours
1 General Microbiology 4 1 5
a. Introduction & scope

b. Classification of Micro-organisms and
Bacterial Anatomy (cell wall,
capsule, spore, flagella and types as
per their shape and arrangement)
c. Sterilization
d. Disinfection
e. Demonstration for General
Microbiology
2 LABORATORY DIAGNOSIS OF 2 1 3
INFECTION
a. Culture media and identification of

bacteria
b. Sample collection for smear
examination and cultures
c. Demonstration of Gram staining,
ZN staining and culture media
3 IMMUNOLOGY 5 5
a. Innate immunity & acquired immunity

b. Structure and function of immune
system and Immune response –
normal / abnormal
c. Define Antigen, Antibody and Antigen
- antibody reaction & application for
diagnosis
d. Hyper – sensitivity
e. Auto-immunity
4 SYSTEMIC BACTERIOLOGY 7 7
a. Infection caused by gram +ve cocci

Staphylococcus, Streptococcus and
Pneumococcus
b. Infection caused by gram –ve cocci
Gonococci and Meningococci
Sr. No. Topics Didactic Practical/Lab Total
60
Hours Hours Hours
c. Clostridium
d. Enterobacteriaceae (E.Coli,
Klebsiella) and Pseudomonas
e. Salmonella and Vibrio
f. Mycobacterial infection:
i. Tuberculosis-Leprosy
ii. Atypical Mycobacterium
g. Syphilis and Leptospirosis-
Morphology & pathogenesis
5 MYCOLOGY 2 1 3
a. Introduction and Superficial mycosis
b. Mycetoma and opportunistic fungal
infection
c. Mycology and Virology demonstration
6 VIROLOGY 5 5
a. Introduction & general properties,
b. DNA virus
c. Measles, Mumps, Rubella, polio and
congenital viral infections
d. Hepatitis and Rabies
e. H.I.V.
7 PARASITOLOGY 3 1 4
a. Introduction- Entamoeba histolytica

b. Malaria, Filaria
c. Toxoplasma – Cystisarcosis &
Echinococcus
8 APPLIED MICROBIOLOGY 3 3
a. Hospital acquired infections,

Universal safety precautions and
Waste disposal
b. Diseases involving Bones, Joints-
Nerves-Muscles-Skin-Brain-
Cardiopulmonary system, Burn and
wound infections
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1. Concise Textbook of Microbiology - Ananthnarayan
2. Concise Textbook of Microbiology - C.P.Baweja
3. Textbook of Microbiology - Nagoba

1. Text books of Microbiology – R. Ananthnarayan & C.K. Jayram Panikar
SCHEME OF UNIVERSITY EXAMINATION (THEORY ONLY)
THEORY Marks
Pathology-50 marks + Microbiology-30 marks
80 marks + I.A.:20 marks
100
*Emphasis to be given to topics related to Musculo Skeletal / Neurological /
Cardiovascular / Respiratory conditions & Wound / Ulcers.

Section A-Q-1 &Q-2 Q-1 based on PATHOLOGY [1 x 20] 30
Q-2 Based on MICROBIOLOGY [1 x 10]
Questions based on PATHOLOGY
Section B-Q-3 & Q- 4 SAQ Q-3 -to answer any FIVE out of SIX [5x3] 30
SAQ Q-4-to answer any THREE out of FOUR [3x5]
Questions based on MICROBIOLOGY
Section C- Q-5 20
SAQ – to answer any FOUR out of FIVE [4x5]
Total Marks 80
1. Two exams – Terminal and preliminary examination of 80 marks each

TOTAL - 160 marks
2. Internal Assessment to be calculated out of 20 marks
3. Internal assessment as per University pattern
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PHARMACOLOGY
[DIDACTIC – 50 hrs]
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This course covers the basic knowledge of Pharmacology including
administration, physiologic response and adverse effects of drugs under normal and pathologic
conditions. Topics focus on the influence of drugs in rehabilitation patient/client management.
Drugs used in iontophoresis and phonoporesis will be discussed in detail.

Hours
1 GENERAL PHARMACOLOGY 04
2 DRUGS ACTING ON C.N.S 11
3 DRUGS ACTING ON AUTONOMIC 07
NERVOUS SYSTEM
4 DRUGS ACTING ON C.V.S. 07
5 DRUGS ACTING ON RESPIRATORY 03
SYSTEM
6 CHEMOTHERAPY 03
7 OTHER CHEMO THERAPEUTIC DRUGS 03
8 ENDOCRINE 08
9 DRUGS IN G.I. TRACT 02
10 HEAMATINICS 01
11 DERMATOLOGICAL DRUGS 01
TOTAL 50
OBJECTIVES:
Cognitive:
a. Describe Pharmacological effects of commonly used drugs by patients referred for
Physiotherapy; list their adverse reactions, precautions, contraindications, formulation &
route of administration.
b. Identify whether the pharmacological effect of the drug interferes with the Therapeutic
response of Physiotherapy & vice versa
c. Indicate the use of analgesics & anti-inflammatory agents with movement disorders with
consideration of cost, efficiency, & safety for individual needs.
Psychomotor:
Get the awareness of other essential & commonly used drugs by patients- The bases for
their use & common as well as serious adverse reactions.
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SYLLABUS
Sr. No. Topics Didactic Hrs

1 GENERAL PHARMACOLOGY 4
i. Pharmacokinetics
ii. Routes of administration
iii. Adverse drug reaction and reporting
iv. Factors modifying drug effect
2 DRUGS ACTING ON C.N.S. 11
i. Introduction 1
ii. Alcohols + Sedatives & Hypnotics 2
iii. Anti-convulsants 1
iv. Drug therapy in Parkinsonism 2
v. Analgesics & antipyretics –especially Gout & R.A. 3
vi. Psycho Therapeutics 1
vii. Local anaesthetics, counter irritants 1
3 DRUGS ACTING ON AUTONOMIC NERVOUS 7
SYSTEM
i. Adrenergic
ii. Cholinergic
iii. Skeletal muscle relaxants
4 DRUGS ACTING ON C.V.S. 7
i. Antihypertensives 2
ii. Antianginal- Antiplatelets, Myocardial Infarction 2
iii. C.C.F. 1
iv. Shock 1
v. Coagulants and Anticoagulants 1
5 DRUGS ACTING ON RESPIRATORY SYSTEM 3
i. Cough
ii. Bronchial asthma
iii. C.O.P.D.
6 CHEMOTHERAPY 3
i. General principles
ii. Anti Tuberculosis
iii. Anti –Leprosy
7 OTHER CHEMO THERAPEUTIC DRUGS 3
i. Drugs used in Urinary Tract Infection
ii. Tetra / chlora
iii. Penicillin
iv. Cephalosporin
v. Aminoglycocides
vi. Macrolides
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Sr. No. Topics Didactic Hrs
8 ENDOCRINE 8
i. Insulin and oral Anti diabetic drugs 2
ii. Steroids-Anabolic steroids 2
iii. Drugs for osteoporosis, Vitamin D, Calcium, 2
Phosphorus
iv. Thyroid & Antithyroid 1
v. Estrogen + Progesterone 1
9 DRUGS IN G.I. TRACT 2

i. Peptic ulcer
ii. Diarrhoea, Constipation & Antiemetics
10 HEAMATINICS 1
i. Vitamin B, Iron
11 DERMATOLOGICAL DRUGS 1
i. Scabies, Psoriasis, Local antifungal
1. Pharmacology for Physiotherapy –Padmaja Udaykumar

2. Pharmacology for Physiotherapist –H. L. Sharma, K. K. Sharma
3. Essentials of Medical Pharmacology – K. D. Tripathi
4. Pharmacology and Pharmacotherapeutics – Dr. R S Satoskar, Dr. Nirmala N. Rege,
Dr. S. D. Bhandarkar
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THEORY Marks
40 marks + I.A. 10 Marks
* Emphasis should be given to the drugs related to Musculo-skeletal / 50

Neurological, Cardio-Vascular (excluding anti arrhythmic and shock)
/ Respiratory conditions, analgesics & anti-inflammatory conditions
Section A-Q-1 MCQs – based on MUST KNOW area 10
Section-B-Q-2 SAQ Q-2 to answer any FIVE out of SIX [5x3] 15

& Q-3
SAQ Q- 3
15
to answer any THREE out of FOUR[3x5]
Total Marks 40
INTERNAL ASSESSMENT

TOTAL - 80 marks
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PSYCHIATRY (INCLUDING PSYCHOLOGY)
[Didactic 30hrs + Clinical 20hrs]- TOTAL 50HRS
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
The course design increases awareness of psychosocial issues faced by
individuals. Their significance at various points on the continuum of health and disability should be
emphasised. The course discusses personal and professional attitudes and values as they relate to
developing therapeutic relationships. It emphasizes on communication skills for effective
interaction with patients, health-care professionals and others. It expects students to identify
common psychiatric conditions.
Sr. Topics Didactic Clinical Total

1 PSYCHOLOGY 10 -- 10
2 PSYCHIATRY 20 20 40
TOTAL 30 20 50
OBJECTIVES:

Cognitive:
a. Define the term Psychology & its importance in the Health delivery system, & will gain
knowledge of Psychological maturation during human development & growth & alterations
during aging process.
b. Understand the importance of psychological status of the person in health & disease;
environmental & emotional influence on the mind & personality.
c. Have the knowledge and skills required for good interpersonal communication.
Psychomotor:
a. Enumerate various Psychiatric disorders with special emphasis to movement / Pain &
ADLs
b. Acquire the knowledge in brief, about the pathological & etiological factors, signs /
symptoms & management of various Psychiatric conditions.
c. Understand the patient more empathetically.
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SYLLABUS
Sr. Didactic
Topics
No. Hours
1. PSYCHOLOGY 10
a. Psychology: Definition, understanding, Nature & its 1

fields and subfields
b. Developmental psychology (childhood, adolescence,
adulthood and old age) and its theories in brief 2
c. Learning: Theories of learning, Role of learning in 2
human life
d. Memory – types – Forgetting causes 2
e. Attention & perception Nature of attention [in brief] 1
Nature of perception, Principles of grouping]
f. Motivation and theories: conflict and frustration – Types 2
of Common Defence mechanisms, Stress - common
reactions to frustrations
2. PSYCHIATRY 20
a. Psychiatric History & Mental Status Examination 1

b. Classification of Mental disorders 1
c. Schizophrenia & its types 1
d. Other psychotic disorders (Psychotic disorder, 1
Delusional disorder, Schizo-affective disorders, Post
partum psychosis
e. Mood disorder 2
f. Organic brain disorders (delirium, dementia, Amnestic 2
syndromes, Organic personality disorder,)
g. Anxiety disorders: Phobia, Obsessive Compulsive 2

Disorder, Post Traumatic Disorders and Conversion
disorder
h. Somatoform disorder, ( Hypochondriasis, Dissociative 1
disorder, Conversion disorder, & Pain disorder)
Sr. Topics Didactic
No. Hours
i. Somatization disorder 1
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j. Personality disorder 1
k. Substance related disorder (alcohol) 1
l. Disorders of infancy – childhood & adolescence 2

i. Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder,
ii. Mental Retardation
iii. Conduct disorder,
iv. Pervasive developmental disorder
v. Enuresis
vi. Speech disorder
m. Geriatric Psychiatry 1
n. Eating disorder 1
o. Management: ECT, Pharmacotherapy, Group therapy, 2
Psycho therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and
Rational Emotive Therapy.
CLINICAL HOURS: 20hrs
A. History, Mental Status Examination & evaluation of:

1. Schizophrenia
2. Anxiety Disorder
3. Personality Disorder
4. Somatoform Disorder
5. Childhood Disorder (ADHD, MR)
6. Organic Brain Disorder (dementia)
B. Seminar/ Workshop on Communication skills
RECOMMENDED TEXT BOOKS:
1. Morgan C.T. & King R.A. Introduction to Psychology
– recent edition [Tata McGraw-Hill publication]
2. Munn N.L. Introduction to Psychology [Premium Oxford, I.B.P. publishing Co.]
3. Clinical Psychology – Akolkar
4. Developmental Psychology-Elizabeth B. Hurlock( 5th edition, Tata Mc-Graw Hill)
5. A short book of Psychiatry – 3 rd edn- Ahuja – Jaypee bros – medical publishers
6. Short Textbook of Psychiatry- 7th edition -M.S. Bhatia
7. Shah L.P. Handbook of Psychiatry
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THEORY Marks
40 marks + I.A. – 10 Marks
50
syllabus.
MCQs – based on MUST KNOW area on
Section A-Q-1 10
PSYCHIATRY (1x10)
SAQ- Questions based on PSYCHOLOGY
Section-B-Q-2 15
to answer any FIVE out of SIX (5x 3)
SAQ – Questions based on PSYCHIATRY
Section C- Q-3 15
to answer any THREE out of FOUR (3x 5)
Total Marks 40
CLINICAL EXAMINATION: (College Examination only)

1. Case presentation will be taken at the end of preliminary examination
2. Case presentation :History taking : 20 marks + Communication skills : 20 marks
Total: 40 marks
INTERNAL ASSESMENT:
1. Two exams – Terminal and preliminary examination (Theory only)
2. Internal Assessment to be calculated out of 10 marks (Theory only)
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KINESIOLOGY
DIDACTIC- 80 HRS
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This course is based on anatomical, physiological & related

kinesiological principles for normal human movement. Students have the opportunity to develop
and acquire understanding of kinesiological responses for the efficacy in various
kinesiotherapeutic applications.
Sr. Topics Didactic

No Hours
1. INTRODUCTION TO BIOMECHANICS 20
2. REGIONAL KINESIOLOGY 40
3. KINETICS AND KINEMATICS OF GAIT & ADLs 20
Objective – At the end of the course, the candidate will be able to –

1. Understand the principles of Biomechanics.
2. Acquire the knowledge of kinetics and kinematics of Spine, Extremities, Temporo-
Mandibular joint, Thoracic cage
3. Acquire the knowledge of Musculo skeletal movements during normal Gait and
Activities of Daily Living
SYLLABUS
Sr. No. TOPICS DIDACTIC

HOURS
1 INTRODUCTION TO BIOMECHANICS 20
a. Muscle Biomechanics 10
i. Elements of muscle structure – fiber, size, motor unit,

length tension, arrangement & number relationship
ii. Classification of muscles
iii. Mobility and Stability of muscles
iv. Types of muscle contraction and factors affecting
muscle function.
b. Joint Biomechanics 10
i. Basic principles of joint design
ii. Classification of joints
iii. Osteokinematics & Arthrokinematics
iv. Concave Convex Rule
v. Joint function, kinetics & kinematics
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Sr. No. TOPICS DIDACTIC
HOURS
2 REGIONAL KINESIOLOGY 40
a. Vertebral Column 9
b. Thorax 2
c. Shoulder Complex 5
d. Elbow joint 2
e. Wrist And Hand Complex 5
f. Hip Joint
5
g. Knee Complex
5
h. Ankle – Foot complex
5
i. Temporo-Mandibular Joint
2
3 KINETICS AND KINEMATICS OF GAIT & ADLs 20
a. GAIT 10
i. Human locomotion
ii. Subjective & Objective evaluation
iii. Gait cycle & Measurable parameters
( Step Length, Step Width, Stride Length, Foot Angle,
Cadence)
iv. Kinetics and kinematics of gait
v. Determinants of gait
b. KINETICS AND KINEMATICS OF VARIOUS 10

ACTIVITIES OF DAILY LIVING
i. Supine to Sitting, Sitting to Standing, Squatting,
Climbing up & down
ii. Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Overhead activities,
iii. Running, Jogging.

1. Joint Structure and Function – Cynthia .C. Norkins
2. Clinical Kinesiology – Brunnstrom

1. Kinesiology of the Human Body – Steindler
2. Kinesiology of the Musculoskeletal system – Neumann & Donald
3. Kinesiology – The mechanics and Pathomechanics of Human motion – Oatis & Carol
4. Biomechanical Basis of Human Motion – Joseph and Hamill
5. Physiology of the Joints – Kapandji Vol.- I,II,&III
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THEORY Marks
* The question paper will give appropriate weightage to all the topics in the syllabus. 100
Section A-M.C.Qs. Q-1 - MCQs – based on MUST KNOW area [1 x 20] 20

Q-2 - Answer any FIVE out of SIX [5 x 3 =15]
Section B- S.A.Q. Q-3- Answer any THREE out of FOUR [3 x 5 =15] 30

Based on the topics 1(a & b)
* Based on topics 2 & 3

Q-4] L.A.Q -15 marks
Q-5] -15 marks

Section C -L.A.Q. OR
30
Q-5] -15 marks
Total Marks 80
INTERNAL ASSESSMENT – (THEORY)

TOTAL - 160 marks
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KINESIOTHERAPY
Didactic-80 Hrs + Practical/ Laboratory-160 HRS [TOTAL - 240 HRS]
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This course is based on anatomical and physiological & related
kinesiological principles for normal human movement and for the efficacy in the assessment
methods for mobility, muscle strength. Students have the opportunity to develop and acquire
understanding of physiological responses to various types of training and develop skills of
exercise programs (on models). Exercise components of muscle strength, flexibility, balance,
breathing and gait are examined. Evidence of appropriate, safe and effective exercise design and
proper exercise biomechanics and prescription parameters are addressed with all interventions.
Sr. TOPICS Didactic Practical/ Lab Total

1. BIOPHYSICS 40 115 155
2. POSTURE 05 05 10
3. MOTOR & POSTURAL CONTROL 03 00 03
AND BALANCE
4. FUNCTIONAL REEDUCATION 05 05 10
5. NEUROMUSCULAR CO-ORDINATION 05 05 10
6. GAIT &WALKING AIDS 10 15 25
7. BRONCHIAL HYGIENE 12 15 27
TOTAL 80 160 240
OBJECTIVES:
At the end of the course, the candidate will be able to
Cognitive:
Describe the Biophysical properties of connective tissue, & effect of mechanical loading,
& factors which influence the muscle strength, & mobility of articular & periarticular soft
tissues.
Psychomotor:
1. Apply the biomechanical principles for the efficacy in the assessment methods for
mobility, muscle strength
2. Acquire the skill of subjective and objective assessment of individual & group muscle
strength
3. Acquire the skills of subjective and objective methods of muscle strengthening
4. Describe the physiological effects, therapeutic uses, merits / demerits of various exercise
modes including Hydrotherapy
5. Demonstrate various therapeutic exercises on self;& acquire the skill of application on
models with Home Programs
6. Analyze normal Human Posture [static & dynamic].
7. Acquire the skill of functional re-education techniques on models
8. Acquire the skill of Balance and Coordination Exercises
9. Acquire the skill of using various walking aids for Gait Training
10. Acquire the skill of demonstrating breathing exercises and retraining on self and others
11. Acquire the skill of demonstrating Postural Drainage on models
74
SYLLABUS
Practical/
Sr. Didactic Total
TOPICS Laboratory
No. Hours Hours
Hours
BIOPHYSICS 40 115 155
1.
a. Biophysical Principles: 2 - 02
i. Structures & Properties of connective and

non connective tissues
b. Stretching : 3 12 15
i. Definition
ii. Types
iii. Assessment of muscle length and fascia
around the joint
iv. Principles of stretching
v. Techniques for all joints
vi. Individual muscle stretching
c. Joint Mobility : 10 17 27
i.Definition
ii.Causes of limitation
iii. Indication and contra indications
iv. Principles
v. Techniques
vi. Assessment methods
vii. Individual joints mobility Exercises– Upper
Limb, Lower Limb
viii. & Spine (Using active, assisted, passive
movements)
d. Manual Muscle Testing and assessment 6 35 41

(subjective & objective) :
i.Principle
ii.Trick movements
iii.Group Muscle Testing
iv.Individual Muscle testing – Upper & Lower
Limbs, Trunk & Face
Didactic Practical/ Total

Sr. TOPICS Hours Laboratory Hours
No.
Hours
75
e. Muscle Strengthening: 10 45 55
i. Concepts -Strength, Power, Endurance

ii. Factors influencing the Strength of normal
muscle/ hypertrophy, recruitment of motor
units, change after the training, training with
isometric, isotonic & Isokinetic muscle
contraction
iii. Principles: Overload, Intensity, Motivation,
Learning, Duration, Frequency,
Reversibility, Specificity, Determinants
iv. Methods : Subjective & Objective
v. Individual joint Strengthening Exercises
Upper Limb, Lower Limb & Spine
vi. Concepts- 1 RM, 10 RM & Dynamometry
vii. Progressive Resisted Exercise - Delorme,
Zinoveiff, Mc queen protocols
viii. Use of gymnasium equipments
f. Hydrotherapy: 4 - 4
i. Physiological effects
ii. Indication and Contraindications
iii. Techniques
g. Traction (Cervical & Lumbar): 3 6 9
i. Introduction
ii. Types( Mechanical / Electrical,
Continuous/Intermittent)
iii. Indications and Contra indications
iv. Techniques
v. Effects and uses
h. Home Program: 2 - 2
i. Principles
ii. Ergonomic advice for ADLs
iii. Home based exercise program
76
Sr. Didactic Practical/ Total
TOPICS
No. Hours Lab Hours Hours
2. POSTURE 5 5 10
a. Definition
b. Human posture –Changes from quadruped
to biped
c. Correct and faulty posture
d. Postural patterns and Postural Mechanism
e. Factors affecting posture
f. Physiological deviations
g. Analysis of all views
3. MOTOR CONTROL, POSTURAL CONTROL 03 - 03
AND BALANCE
a. Motor Control
b. Postural Alignment & Weight Distribution
c. Sensory Organisation
d. C.N.S. Integration
e. Motor Strategies
4. FUNCTIONAL REEDUCATION 5 5 10
a. Principles & Indications
b. Mat exercises- mobility, strength and
balance training
c. Progression to sitting, standing and walking
d. Transfers
5. NEUROMUSCULAR CO-ORDINATION AND 5 5 10
BALANCE
a. Definition
b. Physiology related to coordination &
Balance
c. Frenkels exercise ( Principles &
Techniques)
d. Balancing Exercise
6. GAIT &WALKING AIDS 10 15 25
a. Gait
i. Definition, 3 7 10
ii. Gait cycle and measurable Parameters (Step
Length, Step Width, Stride Length, Foot
Angle, Cadence
b. Walking Aids
i. Types
ii. Indications 7 8 15
iii. Selection / Prescription
iv. Pre „Walking Aids‟ training
v. Measurements
vi. Gait with walking aids
77
Practical/
Sr. Didactic Total
TOPICS Laboratory
No. Hours Hours
Hours
7. BRONCHIAL HYGIENE 12 15 27
a. Humidification & Nebulisation 3 1 4

i. Definition
ii. Types
iii. Method of delivery
iv. Indications and contraindications
b. Breathing Exercise –
i. Types – Inspiratory , Expiratory (including 5 6 11
forced expiratory technique)
ii. Goals & Uses
iii. Techniques
iv. ACBT
v. Autogenic drainage
c. Postural Drainage:
i. Definition 4 8 12
ii. Indications & Contraindications
iii. Assessment & Principles
iv. Techniques
PRACTICAL: Chapter No: 1(b, c, d & e) 2, 4, 5, 6 & 7
1. Progressive Resisted Exercises – Margaret Hollis,

2. Therapeutic Exercise foundation and techniques - Carolyn Kisner
3. Muscle Testing -Daniel Kendall
4. Principles of Exercise Therapy – Dena Gardiner
1. Therapeutic Exercise - Basmajian & Wolf.

2. Orthopedic Evaluation – Magee
3. Cash‟s Textbook for Physiotherapists in Chest, Heart & Vascular diseases
4. Physical Rehabilitation- O‟Sullivan
78
THEORY Marks
syllabus.
Section A- M.C.Q. Q-1 - MCQs – based on MUST KNOW area [ 1 x 20] 20

Section B- S.A.Q.
30
* Based on topics 1( c, d & e), 2, & 7

Q-4] L.A.Q - 15 marks
Q-5] -15 marks
Section C -L.A.Q. OR 30
Q-5] -15 marks
Total Marks 80
Marks
PRACTICAL
LONG CASE Muscle Strengthening / Mobility /Bronchial hygiene (On models) 35
Two Short cases on

M.M.T. /Coordination/Posture/Gait (Measurable parameters only
SHORT CASE as mentioned in chapter 6-a) / Walking aids/ Functional 40
Reeducation / Breathing Exercises 2 x 20 = 40 marks
Documentation- Principles & applications for various 5

JOURNAL
Kinesiotherapeutics.
Total Marks 80
1. Two exams – Terminal and preliminary examination (Theory & Practical) of 80

marks each TOTAL - 160 marks.
79
ELECTROTHERAPY
Didactic –100 hrs+ Practical / Laboratory –200 hrs [TOTAL - 300 HRS]
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This course tends to explore fundamental skills in application of electrotherapeutic

modalities and knowledge of indications, contraindications and physiological principles needed
for appropriate patient care. It includes topics such as Electrical stimulation, T.E.N.S.,
Iontophoresis, Ultrasound / Phonophoresis, Diathermy and Electro diagnostic testing etc.
Sr. Topic Didactic Practical Total

No.
1 PAIN 003 - 003
2 LOW FREQUENCY CURRENTS 037 085 122
3 MEDIUM FREQUENCY CURRENTS 008 022 030
4 BIOFEEDBACK 005 - 005
5 HIGH FREQUENCY CURRENTS 012 028 040
6 SOUND 010 025 035
7 ACTINOTHERAPY 015 025 040
8 ELECTROTHERAPY: WOUNDCARE 010 015 025
TOTAL 100 200 300
OBJECTIVES:

Cognitive:
1. Acquire the knowledge about the physiology of pain, Pain pathways & Methods of pain
modulation, selection of appropriate modality for Pain modulations.
2. Describe the Physiological effects, Therapeutic uses, indication & contraindications of

various Low/ Medium & High Frequency modes / Actinotherapy
3. Describe the Physiological Effects & therapeutic uses of various therapeutic ions & topical
pharmaco -therapeutic agents to be used for the application of iontophoresis & sono/
phonophoresis
Psychomotor:
1. Acquire the skills of application of the Electro therapy modes on models, for the purpose of
Assessment & Treatment.

2. Acquire an ability to select the appropriate mode as per the tissue specific &area specific
application.
80
SYLLABUS
Sr. Didactic Practical Total
Topic
1 PAIN 3 - 3
a. Pain pathway
b. Pain gate theory
c. Descending pain suppressing system
d. Physiological block
2 LOW FREQUENCY CURRENTS 37 85 122
a. Faradic currents : Physiological & Therapeutic
effects, indications, contraindications: 12 20 32
i. Faradic type
ii. Strong Surged Faradic
iii. Sinusoidal currents
iv. Application of Faradic current
a) Faradism Under pressure – Indications,
Principle of application, Technique of
application
b) Faradic re-education: Indications, Principle of
application, Technique of application
v. Short/Long pulse currents Motor Points:
Definition., Identification
b. Galvanic / Direct currents (Continuous DC & 12 20 32

Interrupted DC) : Physiological & Therapeutic
effects, Indications, Contraindications
i. Definition: Galvanic & Interrupted Galvanic

Currents
ii. Property of Accommodation
iii. Technique & Methods of Application of
Galvanic currents
iv. Types – Anodal & Cathodal, Therapeutic
effects & uses, Technique & Methods of
application, Dangers & precautions
v. Ionization /Iontophoresis: Theory of Medical
Ionisation, Effects & Uses of various Ions,
Indications and contraindications, Dangers and
precautions
c. High Voltage Currents 1 - 1

d. Micro Currents 1 - 1
e. Didynamic Currents 1 - 1

81
f. Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation
(T.E.N.S.)
i. Definition ,Types 5 20 25
ii. Physiological & Therapeutic effects
iii. Technique & Methods of Application
iv. Indications & contraindications
g. Strength Duration Curves on model 5 25 30

i. Principle of S-D curves
ii. Technique of plotting
iii. Interpretation of normal curves
iv. Chronaxie and Rheobase
3 MEDIUM FREQUENCY CURRENTS 8 22 30

a. Interferential Therapy
i. Definition , Types,
iv. Electrodes types ( including vacuum), Effects
& Uses
v. Advantages of I.F.T. over Low frequency
currents
vi. Indications & contraindications
b. Russian Currents
4 BIOFEEDBACK 5 - 5
i. Principle
ii. Methods: Electro biofeedback.
iii. Uses of Biofeedback
5 HIGH FREQUENCY CURRENTS 12 28 40

S.W.D
i. Types: continuous / Pulsed
ii. Definition and types
iii. Physiological & Therapeutic effects
iv. Technique & Methods of Application
v. Electrodes types, Effects & Uses
vi. Indications & contraindications
vii. Dangers & Precautions
82
Topic
10 25 35
6 SOUND
Therapeutic Ultra Sound: Pulsed / Continuous

i. Physiological & Therapeutic effects
ii. Technique & Methods of Application
iii. Phonophoresis
iv. Indications & Contraindications
v. Dangers & Precautions
15 25 40
7 ACTINOTHERAPY
a. Radiant heat [I.R.]

ii. Technique & Methods of Application 5 5 10
iii. Effects & Uses
iv. Indications & contraindications
b. U.V.R. 6 20 26
i. Types : a, b, c
iv. Effects & Uses
v. Indications & contraindications
vi. Dangers & Precautions
vii. Test Dose
c. Laser – He/ Ne, & I.R. combination 4 - 4

ii. Technique & Methods of Application
iii. Effects & Uses
iv. Indications & Contraindications
vi. Dosage
8 ELECTROTHERAPY: WOUNDCARE
10 15 25
i. Types of wound
ii. Application of Therapeutic currents,
Ultrasound, U.V.R. & LASER
83
PRACTICAL:
Skills of application to be practiced on models in No-1 to 8 above

1. Clayton‟s Electro Therapy
2. Electro therapy Explained – Low & Reed
3. Electro Therapy – Kahn
4. Therapeutic Electricity – Sydney Litch
5. Electrotherapy Evidence Based Practice – Sheila Kitchen

1. Clinical Electro Therapy – Nelson & Currier
THEORY Marks
100
syllabus.
Section A-
Q-1-MCQs – based on MUST KNOW area [ 1 x 20] 20
M.C.Qs.
Section B- S.A.Q. [MUST KNOW area]
30
based on Actinotherapy (I.R./U.V.R./LASER)
Q-4] Based on High frequency modalities -15 marks
Q-5] Based on Low/Medium freq. modalities -15 marks

OR 30
Section C-L.A.Q.
Q-5] Based on Low /Medium freq. modalities -15 marks
Total Marks 80
84
Marks
PRACTICAL
Motor points /Strength Duration Curve / Faradism under
LONG CASE 35
pressure (On models)
1. Based on Low or Medium Frequency modalities /
High Frequency modalities
2. Actinotherapy
SHORT CASES (I.R./U.V.R./LASER) 2 x 20 = 40 marks 40
(Skill of application on models & rationale for
selection of modality)
Documentation- Principles & applications for various 5

JOURNAL
Electrotherapy Modalities.
Total Marks 80
marks each TOTAL - 160 marks.
85
SCHEME OF UNIVERSITY EXAMINATIONS AT A GLANCE
- II B.P.Th.
Theory Practical
Subjects
University I.A. Total University I.A. Total
Pathology &
50 + 30 20 100 --- --- ---
Microbiology
Pharmacology 40 10 50 --- --- ---
Psychiatry (including
40 10 50 --- --- ---
Psychology)
Kinesiology 80 20 100 --- --- ---
Kinesiotherapy 80 20 100 80 20 100
Electrotherapy 80 20 100 80 20 100
Total 400 100 500 160 40 200
86
III B. P.Th.
SYLLABUS
Transcript Hours- 1400
Theory Laboratory Total

Sr. No. SUBJECTS Hours / Clinical Hours
Hours
1 Professional Practice & Ethics 10 005 015

(College Examination in final year)
MEDICAL SCIENCES
2 Surgery-I (Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery, 030 025 055

General Surgery & Plastic/Reconstructive Surgery)
3 Surgery-II (Orthopaedics) 040 020 060

4 Medicine-I (Cardiovascular Respiratory Medicine, 045 010 055
General Medicine, Rheumatology & Gerontology)
5 Medicine-II (Neurology & Paediatrics) 045 020 065

6 Community Medicine & Sociology 050 010 060
7 Obstetrics & Gynaecology (College Examination) 020 010 030
8 Dermatology (College Examination) 010 - 010
PHYSIOTHERAPY
9 Functional Diagnosis & Physiotherapeutic Skills 135 325 460

10 Seminar (including ICF) - 090 090
11 Supervised clinical practice - 500 500
TOTAL 385 1015 1400
87
TOTAL -15 HRS
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This subject would be taught in continuum from first year to final

year. An exam in theory would be conducted only in final year. Professional and ethical practice
curriculum content addresses the Knowledge, Skills and Behaviors required of the
application of professional and ethical reasoning and decision-making strategies, professional
communication.
OBJECTIVES:
At the end of the course the student will be compliant in following domains:
Cognitive:
a) Be able to understand the moral values and meaning of ethics.
b) Will acquire bedside manners and communication skills in relation with patients,
peers, seniors and other professionals.
Psychomotor:
a) Be able to develop psychomotor skills for physiotherapist-patient relationship.
b) Skill to evaluate and make decision for plan of management based on sociocultutural
values and referral practice.
Affective:
a) Be able to develop behavioral skills and humanitarian approach while communicating
with patients, relatives, society at large and co-professionals
b) Be able to develop bed side behavior, respect & maintain patients‟ confidentiality
SYLLABUS
Sr. Topics Didactic Visits/ Total

No. Hours Supervision Hour
Hours s
1. Collecting data on psychosocial factors in 04
Medicine / Surgery / Reproductive Health /
Paediatrics 05 15
2. Inter professional communication. 03
3. Ethics in clinical practice 03
TOTAL 10 05 15
88
SURGERY-I
(General Surgery, Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery &
Plastic/ Reconstructive Surgery)
(Didactic-35hrs + Clinical -20 hrs) TOTAL =55HRS
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This course intends to familiarize students with principles of General

surgery including various specialties like cardiovascular, thoracic, neurology and plastic surgery.
It also familiarizes the students with terminology and abbreviations for efficient and effective
chart reviewing and documentation. It explores various conditions needing attention, focusing on
epidemiology, pathology, as well as primary and secondary clinical characteristics and their
surgical and medical management. The purpose of this course is to make physiotherapy students
aware of various surgical conditions general surgery and specialty surgeries so these can be
physically managed effectively both pre as well as postoperatively.

1. GENERAL SURGERY 20 10 30
2. CARDIO VASCULAR AND THORACIC 10 5 15
SURGERY
3. PLASTIC SURGERY / 5 5 10
RECONSTRUCTIVE SURGERY
TOTAL 35 20 55
OBJECTIVES:

1. Describe the effects of surgical trauma & Anaesthesia in general
2. Clinically evaluate & describe the surgical management in brief of
a) General Surgery
b) Neuro Surgery
c) Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery
d) ENT &Ophthalmic Surgery
e) Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
3. Describe pre-operative evaluation, surgical indications in various surgical approaches,
management and post operative care in above mentioned areas with possible
complications.
4. Be able to read & interpret findings of the relevant investigations
89
SYLLABUS
Sr. No. Topics Didactic Clinical Total
Hours Hours Hours
1 GENERAL SURGERY 20 10 30
a. GENERAL : 12 10
i. Anaesthesia types, Effect, indications and
contraindications and common
postoperative complications
ii. Haemorrhage and Shock, classification,
description and treatment
iii. Water & Electrolyte imbalance
iv. Inflammation – acute & chronic-signs,
symptoms, complications & management
v. Wounds & Ulcers, Cellulitis –
classification, healing process,
management, bandaging, Dressing
solutions and its uses and debridement
Procedure, hand washing and universal
precautions.
vi. Enumerate Common abdominal surgical
incisions – classification, indications,
opening – closure, advantages and
disadvantages, complications (including
burst abdomen and feacal fistula),
minimally invasive surgery.
vii. Mastectomy and oncosurgery– approach,
complications & management
viii. Amputation – types, sites, complications
& management
ix. Burns – causes, complications,
classification & management
x. Varicose veins and PVD
xi. Hernias-surgery, precautions and
complications
xii. Transplantation approach, risk problems
related to donor and receipient,
precautions.
b. NEUROSURGERY 4
i. Head Injury – management
ii. Intra cranial & Spinal tumors
iii. Intracranial Aneurysm and AV
malformation
iv. Post operative Neurosurgical care
90
Sr. No. Topics Didactic Clinical Total
Hours Hours Hours
c. E.N.T. Surgery 3
i.Tracheostomy – indications, surgical
approach & management
ii. Surgical procedures in VIIth cranial nerve
palsy
iii. Vertigo
d. Ophthalmic Surgery 1
Surgeries for IIIrd, IVth, VIth Cranial Nerve palsy
2 CARDIO VASCULAR AND THORACIC 10 5 15
SURGERY
a. Introduction, Cardiorespiratory
resuscitation, cardiopulmonary bypass,
Special investigation procedures in
cardiac surgery, Basic techniques in
cardiac surgery approach, incisions, Types
of operation, Complications of cardiac
surgery, Lines, drains and tubes.
b. Brief description of indications, surgery,
complications for following surgery :
i. Surgeries of thorax
i. Surgeries of the lung
ii. Surgeries of pleura and pericardium
iii. Surgery for coronary artery disease
iv. Valvular surgeries
v. Surgery for Congenital Heart Disease
vi. Peripheral arterial disorder, Burger‟s
disease, Raeynaud‟s disease and
Aneurysm
vii. Gangrene, Amputation,DVT
3 PLASTIC SURGERY / RECONSTRUCTIVE 5 5 10
SURGERY
a. Skin grafts & flaps – Types, indications
with special emphasis to burns, wounds
b. Ulcers, complications and postoperative
care
c. Tendon transfers, with special emphasis to
hand, foot & facial paralysis, & repair of
Flexor & Extensor Tendon Injuries
d. Keloid & Hypertrophied scar management
e. Reconstructive surgery of peripheral
nerves
f. Micro vascular surgery- reimplantation
and revascularization
CLINICAL (10 hrs)
91
1. Evaluation / presentation and recording of one case each in:
a) Burns
b) Wound & ulcer
c) Head injury
d) Peripheral vascular condition
e) Post radical mastectomy
f) Post thoracic surgery
g) Post abdominal surgery
h) Plastic surgery
2. Auscultation & its interpretation with special emphasis to Reading & interpretation of the
X-ray chest.
1. Short practice of surgery-- Bailey and Love

2. Textbook of Surgery – Das
92
THEORY Marks
syllabus.
Section A –M.C.Qs. Q-1 MCQs – based on MUST KNOW area [ 1 x 10] 10

15
* Based on topics –
Section B- S.A.Q. GENERAL SURGERY & PLASTIC SURGERY
15
* Based on topics –
CARDIOVASCULAR & THORACIC SURGERY
Total Marks 40
Clinical Case Presentation (COLLEGE EXAMINATION) Marks
Conducted at the end of Preliminary examination - 20

Based on Case presentation, Examination and Viva
1. One examination of Total 40 marks (Theory only)

93
SURGERY-II
(ORTHOPAEDICS)
(Didactic-40hrs + Clinical -20hrs) TOTAL =60 HRS
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This course intends to familiarize students with principles of orthopaedic
surgery along with familiarization with terminology and abbreviations for efficient and effective
chart reviewing and documentation. It also explores various orthopaedic conditions needing
attention, focusing on epidemiology, pathology, as well as primary and secondary clinical
characteristics and their surgical and medical management. The purpose of this course is to make
physiotherapy students aware of various orthopaedic surgical conditions so these can be
physically managed effectively both pre as well as postoperatively.

1 FRACTURES 6 3 9
2 DISLOCATIONS & SUBLUXATIONS 4 2 6
3 SOFT TISSUE AND TRAUMATIC 4 2 6
INJURIES
4 DEFORMITIES AND ANOMALIES 11 3 14
5 DEGENERATIVE AND 6 3 9
INFLAMMATORY CONDITIONS
6 MANAGEMENT OF METABOLIC 2 2 4
DISORDERS
7 GENERAL ORTHOPAEDIC 5 3 8
DISORDERS
8 TUMORS 2 2 4
TOTAL 40 20 60
OBJECTIVES:
At the end of the course, the candidate will –
a) Be able to discuss the, aetiology, Pathophysiology, clinical manifestations & conservative

/ surgical management of various traumatic & cold cases of the Musculoskeletal
Conditions.
b) Gain the skill of clinical examination; apply special tests & interpretation of the
preoperative old cases & all the post-operative cases.
c) Be able to read & interpret salient features of the X-ray of the Spine & Extremities and
correlate the radiological findings with the clinical findings.
d) Be able to interpret Pathological / Biochemical studies pertaining to Orthopaedic
conditions.
94
SYLLABUS
Sr. Didactic Clinical Total
Topics
1 FRACTURES 6 3 9
a. Definition, Classification, Causes,
Clinical features, healing of fractures
& Complications.
b. Principles of general management of
i. Fracture of the Upper Extremity
ii. Fracture of the Lower Extremity
iii. Fracture of the vertebral column,
thorax and pelvis
iv. Emergency care and first aid.
2 DISLOCATIONS & SUBLUXATIONS 4 2 6
a. Definition, General description,
Principles of general description and
management of traumatic dislocation
and subluxation of common joints.
i. Shoulder joint
ii. Acromioclavicular joint
iii. Elbow joint
iv. Hip joint
v. Knee joint
3 SOFT TISSUE AND TRAUMATIC 4 2 6
INJURIES
a. Introduction ,Anatomy & physiology
general description, grade of injury and
management of injuries of
i. Ligaments, Bursae, Fascia
ii. Muscles & Tendons
iii. Muscles and tendons injuries of upper
and lower limb
b. Cervicolumbar injuries ,Whiplash of
the cervical spine
c. Crush injuries of hand & foot
4 DEFORMITIES AND ANOMALIES 11 3 14

a. Definition ,Causes , Classification ,
Congenital and acquired deformities
Physical and clinical and radiological
features, Complications
b. Principles of medical and surgical

management of the deformities
Didactic Clinical Total

Sr. Topics Hours Hours Hours
95
No.
c. General description of following

deformities :
i. Deformities of the spine:
a) Scoliosis
b) Kyphosis
c) Lordosis
d) Flat back
e) Torticollis
ii. Deformities of the lower limb:

a) C.D.H., coxa vara , coxa valga ,
anteversion, Retroversion
b) Genu valgum, Genu varum, Genu
recurvatum, C.D.K.
c) Talipes calcaneous equinus, varus &
valgus
d) Pes cavus, Pes planus
e) Hallux valgus & varus, Hallux rigidus
and hammer toe
iii. Deformities of Shoulder & Upper limb

a) Sprengel‟s shoulder, Cubitus varus,
Cubitus valgus
b) Dupuytren‟s contracture
5 DEGENERATIVE AND 6 3 9
INFLAMMATORY CONDITIONS
a. Osteo-orthosis/Arthritis
b. Spondylosis
c. Spondylolysis and listhesis
d. Pyogenic arthritis
e. Rheumatoid arthritis
f. Juvenile arthritis
g. Tuberculous arthritis
h. Gouty arthritis
i. Haemophilic arthritis
j. Neuropathic arthritis
k. Ankylosing spondylitis
l. Psoriatic arthritis
96
Topics
6 MANAGEMENT OF METABOLIC 2 2 4
DISORDERS
a. Osteoporosis
b. Osteomalacia & Rickets
7 GENERAL ORTHOPAEDIC DISORDERS 5 3 8

a. Carpel tunnel syndrome /Entrapment
nerve injuries
b. Compartment syndrome, Ischemic
contracture
c. Avascular necrosis of bone in adult and
children
i. Gangrene
ii. Backache /P.I.D.
8 TUMORS 2 2 4
i. Classification, Principles of general
management
ii. General description of benign and
malignant tumours of musculoskeletal
system
CLINICAL (20 HRS)

3. Independent clinical orthopaedic evaluation presentation & recording of:
a) One acute soft tissue lesion (including nerve injury)
b) Two cases of degenerative arthritis of extremity joint ( One each in Upper
Extremity and One Lower Extremity)
c) Two cases of spine (one P.I.D., one traumatic)
d) One post operative case of fractures of extremities with fixation/ replacement knee
/ hip
e) One paraplegia / quadriplegia
1. Outline of Fractures –Adams

2. Outline of Orthopedics.--Adams
3. Apley‟s systems of orthopedics and fractures by Louis Solomon, 9th edition
97
THEORY Marks
50
syllabus.
Section A .MCQs Q-1 - MCQs – based on MUST KNOW area [ 1 x 10] 10
Q-2 - Answer any FIVE out of SIX [5 x 3 = 15] 15

Section B- S.A.Q
Q-3 - Answer any FIVE out of SIX [5 x 3 = 15] 15
Total Marks 40
Clinical Case Presentation (COLLEGE EXAMINATION) Marks

Conducted at the end of Preliminary examination -
20
Based on Case presentation, Examination and Viva

98
MEDICINE-I
(Cardiovascular Respiratory Medicine, General Medicine & Gerontology)
(Didactic-45 hrs + Clinical-10 hrs) TOTAL-55 HRS
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This course intends to familiarize students with medical terminology &

abbreviations for efficient & effective chart reviewing & documentation. It also explores selected
systemic diseases, focusing on epidemiology, pathology, histology, etiology as well as primary &
secondary clinical characteristics & their management. Discusses & integrates subsequent
medical management of General, Rheumatology, Gerontology, Cardio-vascular & Respiratory
systems, to formulate appropriate intervention, indications, precautions & contraindications.

1 CARDIO-VASCULAR & 30 05 35
RESPIRATORY MEDICINE
2 GENERAL MEDICINE, 15 05 20
RHEUMATOLOGY &
GERONTOLOGY
TOTAL 45 10 55
OBJECTIVES:
1. Be able to describe Etiology, Pathophysiology, Signs & Symptoms & Management of the
various Endocrinal, Metabolic, Geriatric & Nutrition Deficiency conditions.
2. Be able to describe Etiology, Pathophysiology, Signs & Symptoms, Clinical Evaluation &
Management of the various Rheumatologic Cardiovascular & Respiratory Conditions.
3. Acquire skill of history taking and clinical examination of Musculoskeletal, Respiratory,
Cardio-vascular & Neurological System as a part of clinical teaching.
4. Be able to interpret auscultation findings with special emphasis to pulmonary
system.
5. Study Chest X-ray, Blood gas analysis, P.F.T. findings & Haematological studies, for
Cardiovascular, Respiratory, Neurological & Rheumatological conditions.
6. Be able to describe the principles of Management at the Intensive Care Unit.
7. Be able to acquire the skills of Basic Life Support.
8. Acquire knowledge of various drugs used for each medical condition to understand its
effects and its use during therapy.
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SYLLABUS
1 CARDIO-VASCULAR & RESPIRATORY 30 5 35
MEDICINE :
a. Cardio-Vascular Diseases 11 2
i. Hypertension – systemic 1
ii. Cardiac Conditions- 4
a) I.H.D. (Angina, Myocardial infarction)
b) R.H.D.
c) Infective Endocarditis
d) Cardio myopathy
e) Heart Failure
iii. Valvular Heart Disease 2
a) Congenital
b) Acquired
iv. Congenital Heart Disease 1
v. Investigations 3
a) Basics of E.C.G. [ Normal & Abnormal
(Ischaemia, Infarction & Arrhythmias)]
b) Observation of conduction of stress test on
patient
c) 2D Echo (Ejection Fraction & Wall motion
Abnormality)
b. Diseases of the Respiratory System : 17 3
i. Common Infectious diseases like Tuberculosis, 3

Pneumonia, Lung Abscess, and Bronchiectasis.
ii. Diseases of Pleura like Pleural Effusion, 2
Pneumothorax, Hydropneumothorax, and
Empyema.
iii. ILD & Occupational lung diseases like Silicosis, 2
Asbestosis, Pneumoconiosis, Brucellosis,
Farmer‟s Lung.
iv. Obstructive Airway Diseases (C.O.P.D. with Cor 3
Pulmonale, Pulmonary Hypertension, Bronchial
Asthma & Cystic Fibrosis)
v. Intensive Care Unit 3
a) Infrastructure
b) Instrumentation.
c) Mechanical Ventilation (settings &
monitoring)
d) Assessment, monitoring & management of
patient in I.C.U.
100
Sr. Total
No. Topics Didactic Clinical Hours
Hours Hours
vi. Basic Life Support :Introduction & Demonstration 2
vii. Investigation: Normal & Abnormal 2

1. Chest X-ray
2. Blood Gas Analysis
3. PFT(Observation of conduction on patient)
2 GENERAL MEDICINE, RHEUMATOLOGY & 15 05 20
GERENTOLOGY:
a. General Medicine 7 2
i. Disorders of Endocrine system (Diabetes)
Introduction, pathophysiology, types, role of
physical activity, complications of diabetes
(autonomic neuropathy, myopathy, weakness) &
medications.
ii. Thyroid, Pituitary & Adrenal conditions
Cushing‟s syndrome
iii. Obesity
iv. Nutrition Deficiency Disease (Rickets, Vit. E,
Vit. D, Vit. B , micro nutrients,(Zn, Se)
v. Intoxication (Drug abuse; Alcohol, smoking,
cocaine dependence)
b. Rheumatological Conditions 5 2
i. Rheumatoid Arthritis
ii. S LE
iii. S SA
iv. Gout
v. Polymyositis
vi. Fibro myalgia
vii. Ankylosing spondylitis
c. Geriatric Conditions 3 1
i. Aging Process (physiological changes due to
aging)
ii. CVS & RS complications
iii. Osteoporosis

1. API- Text book of Medicine, 5th edition
2. Medicine-- P.J. Mehta

1. Principles & Practice of Medicine -- Davidson
CLINICAL - 10 HRS
101
1. History taking, Evaluation –General Examination & Systemic examination (Inspection,
Palpation, Percussion & Auscultation )
2. Presentation and recording of Two cases Each in:
a. Muscular disorders
b. Respiratory Conditions
c. Cardio Vascular Conditions
d. Degenerative / Rheumatological Condition
e. Obesity
f. Nutritional disorders
g. Diabetes Mellitus & Metabolic bone disorders.
THEORY Marks
syllabus.
Section A .MCQs Q-1 -MCQs – based on MUST KNOW area [ 1 x 10] 10

Section B- S.A.Q
15
* Based on topics – GENERAL MEDICINE,
RHEUMATOLOGY & GERONTOLOGY
Section B- S.A.Q
15
* Based on topics – CARDIOVASCULAR &
RESPIRATORY MEDICINE
Total Marks 40
Clinical Examination (COLLEGE EXAMINATION) Marks

Conducted at the end of Preliminary examination
1. General Medicine, Rheumatology -10 Marks 20
& Gerontology
2. Cardio-Vascular & Respiratory Medicine -10 Marks
102
MEDICINE-II
(Neurology & Paediatrics)
(Didactic – 45 hrs + Clinical – 20 hrs) TOTAL – 65 HRS

COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This course intends to familiarize students with medical terminology &

abbreviations for efficient & effective chart reviewing & documentation, It also explores select
systemic diseases, focusing on epidemiology, etiology, pathology, histology as well as primary &
secondary clinical characteristics & their management. It discusses & integrates subsequent
medical management of Neurological & Paediatric conditions to formulate appropriate
intervention, indications, precautions & contraindications.

1 NEUROLOGY 25 10 35
2 PAEDIATRICS 20 10 30
TOTAL 45 20 65
OBJECTIVES:

1. Be able to describe Aetiology, Pathophysiology, signs & Symptoms & Management of
the various Neurological &Paediatric conditions.
2. Acquire skill of history taking and clinical examination of Neurological &Paediatric
conditions as a part of clinical teaching.
3. Acquire knowledge of various drugs used for each medical condition to understand its
effects and its use during therapy.
4. Acquire knowledge in brief about intra-uterine development of the foetus.
5. Be able to describe normal development & growth of a child, importance of
Immunization, breast-feeding & psychological aspect of development.
6. Be able to describe neuromuscular, musculoskeletal, cardio-vascular & respiratory
conditions related to immunological conditions, nutritional deficiencies, infectious
diseases, & genetically transmitted conditions.
7. Acquire skill of clinical examination of a neonate / child with respect to neurological,
musculoskeletal & respiratory function.
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SYLLABUS
Topics
1 NEUROLOGY 25 10 35
a. Introduction to Nervous System 1
i. Applied anatomy
ii. Applied physiology
b. Cerebro Vascular Accidents 3 1
i. Thrombosis, Embolism, Haemorrhage
ii. Level of Lesion & symptoms
iii. Management
c. Extra Pyramidal lesions – Basal
Ganglia 2 1
i. Parkinsonism
ii. Athetosis, Chorea, Dystonia
d. Differential diagnosis of muscle 5 2
wasting
i. Approach to neuropathies
ii. Myopathies and neuromuscular
junction disorders.
e. Disorders of Anterior Horn cell with 2 2
differential diagnosis of Motor Neuron
Disease, S.M.A., Syringomyelia,
Peroneal Muscular Atrophy, and
Poliomyelitis.
f. Multiple Sclerosis 1
g. Infections of the nervous system: 2
Encephalitis, Neurosyphilis, H.I.V.
infection, Herpes, Meningitis, Tabes
Dorsalis
h. Tetanus 1
i. Epilepsy 1
j. Alzheimer‟s Disease, Dementia 1

k. Disorders of cerebellar function 1 2
l. Disorders of cranial nerves & Special 2
Senses
m. Disorders of Spinal cord 3 2

i. Syndromes
ii. Bladder dysfunction
iii. Autonomic dysfunction
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Topics
2 PAEDIATRICS 20 10 30
a. Normal intra-uterine development of
foetus with special reference to Central 1
Nervous System, Neuromuscular
System, Cardiovascular Respiratory
System
b. Normal development & growth 2
c. Immunization and breast-feeding 1 1
d. Sepsis, Prematurity, Asphyxia
Hyperbilirubinemia and birth injuries 1
e. Cerebral Palsy- Medical Management 2 2
including early intervention
f. Developmental disorders associated
with spinal cord: Spinal Dysraphism, 1 2
Spina Bifida, Meningocele,
Myelomeningocele, hydrocephalus
g. Common infections
a) C.N.S.& Peripheral Nervous System 2 1
b) Typhoid, Rubella, Mumps, Measles,
Diphtheria, Chicken gunia, Malaria
h. Epilepsy 1
i. Mental Retardation and Down‟s 1 1
Syndrome
j. Genetically transmitted neuro- 2
muscular conditions
k. Malnutrition and Vitamin deficiency 1
conditions
l. Juvenile R. A. & other 1 1
Rheumatologic conditions of
Musculoskeletal system
m. Common diseases of the
Respiratory system: Asthma, 2 2
Bronchitis, Bronchiectasis, T.B.,
Pneumonia, Lung collapse, Pleural
effusion.
n. Respiratory distress in neonate 1
o. Rheumatic & Congenital Heart 1
disease
CLINICAL (10 HRS)
105
1. History taking and general examination in neonate and child
2. Examination of neonate and neonatal reflexes.
3. Examination of the nervous system
4. Examination of respiratory system
5. Examination of cardiovascular system
6. Examination of musculoskeletal system
7. Ventilatory care in neonate and child.
RECOMMONDED TEXT BOOKS:

1. Essentials of Paediatrics – O.P. Ghai-Inter Print publications
2. Clinical Paediatrics - Meherban Singh
THEORY Marks
50
** The question paper will give appropriate weightage to all the topics in the
syllabus.
Section A .MCQs Q-1 -MCQs – based on MUST KNOW area [ 1 x 10] 10
Section B- S.A.Q Q-2 - Answer any FIVE out of SIX [5 x 3 = 15]

15
* Based on topics – PAEDIATRICS
Section B- S.A.Q Q-3 - Answer any FIVE out of SIX [5 x 3 = 15]
15
* Based on topics – NEUROLOGY
Total Marks 40
Clinical Examination (COLLEGE EXAMINATION) Marks

Conducted at the end of Preliminary examination
1. Neurology -10 Marks 20
2. Paediatrics -10 Marks
106
COMMUNITY HEALTH & SOCIOLOGY
TOTAL 60 HRS
A- COMMUNITY HEALTH
(Didactic- 30 Hours + Visits -10 Hours) Total 40hrs
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
The course is organized to introduce the concept of health care
and management issues in Health Services. It will help them in assuming a leadership role in
their profession and assume the responsibility of guidance. It will help them assume wider
responsibilities at all levels of health services. It will help them in improving their performance
through better understanding of the health services at all the levels of community.
OBJECTIVES:
At the end of the course, the candidate shall be able to understand the contents given in the
syllabus.
SYLLABUS
Didactic
Sr. No. Topics
Hours
1 GENERAL CONCEPTS & DETERMINANTS OF HEALTH & 04
DISEASES:
a. National & International Definition of Health, Role of 1
Socio-Economic & Cultural Environment in Health & Disease.
b. Epidemiology – Definition & scope, uses with relevance to 1
physiotherapy
c. Environmental Hygiene including man & his surrounding, 2
Occupational & Industrial hygiene, Village & Town Sanitation,
Bacteriology of Water, Milk, & Food Hygiene.
2 NATIONAL PUBLIC HEALTH ADMINISTRATION 1
3 HEALTHCARE DELIVERY SYSTEM: 2
a. Healthcare Delivery System of India
b. National Health Programmes
c. Role of W.H.O.
d. Millennium Development Goals for All
4 PRIMARY HEALTHCARE: 1
a. Definition
b. Principles,
c. Elements & its application
5 EPIDEMIOLOGY OF SOCIO-ECONOMICAL & CULTURAL 6
ISSUES - related to morbidity in relation to the following vulnerable
groups.

Hours
a. Women: 1
i. Pregnant and lactating women, maternal health (ANC,PNC,INC)
ii. Perimenopausal women‟s‟ health: physical & psychological
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b. Infants: (Low Birth Weight, Breast feeding, Complimentary feeding, 2
IYCN,IMNCI Vaccine preventable diseases, Immunization
programmes, Infant and childhood mortality)
c. Children: 2
Child health, Growth monitoring under five clinic, ICDS, PEM
d. School aged population health: 1
Early detection and prevention of disabilities, behavioral problems
6 DEMOGRAPHY AND OBJECTIVES OF NATIONAL FAMILY 2

WELFARE PROGRAMMES AND NATIONAL POPULATION
POLICY
7 COMMUNICABLE DISEASES 3
An over-view [including prevention & control] T.B., H.I.V., Leprosy, Vector
borne diseases- Malaria / Filariasis / Dengue/ Chikungunya/ Japanese
encephalitis.
8 NON COMMUNICABLE DISEASES: 2
Diabetes Mellitus, Hypertension, Coronary Heart Disease / Obesity /
Blindness/ Accidents /Stroke/ Cancer.
9 NUTRITIONAL DISEASES: 4
Malnutrition, Nutrional disorders and National nutrition programmes,

Osteomalacia, Rickets, Neuropathies due to Vitamin - deficiency, Skeletal
Deformities.
10 MENTAL HEALTH: 2
a. Socio-economical & cultural aspects
b. Substance abuse and addiction –tobacco, alcohol and others
11 OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH: 1
Occupational diseases & hazards - definition, scope, prevention &
legislations, Occupational lung diseases & Physical injuries/pains.
12 GERIATRIC HEALTH: 1
a. Physical, social, economical aspects
b. Osteoporosis, Malnutrition, Alzheimer‟s disease, Parkinson‟s disease
13 HOSPITAL WASTE MANAGEMENT: 1
Universal Safety Precautions, Immunization of health care providers
including their vaccination.
COMMUNITY VISITS:
Community health centers: Urban & Rural – 10 Hours
RECOMMONDED TEXT BOOKS

1. Park‟s Textbook of Preventive & Social Medicine - K. Park
2. Textbook of Preventive & Social Medicine - P.K. Mahajan & M.C. Gupta
3. Essential of Community Medicine - Baride and Kulkarni
108
B- SOCIOLOGY
Total 20 hrs
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This course covers the basic knowledge and concepts of sociology to
with the aim to help them understand the impact of group, culture and environment on the
behavior and health of the patients. Make them realize the importance of the relationship of the
physical therapist and the patient and the environment around them.
OBJECTIVES:
At the end of the course, the candidate shall be able to understand the contents given in the
syllabus.
SYLLABUS
Sr. Didactic
Topics
No. Hours
1 INTRODUCTION: 1
Definition & Relevance with Physiotherapy and social factors
affecting Health status, Decision Making in taking treatment.
2 SOCIALIZATION: 1
Definition, Influence, of Social Factors, on Personality, Socialization
in the Hospital & Rehabilitation of the patients.
3 SOCIAL GROUPS: 1
Concepts, Influence of formal & informal groups of Health &
Diseases, Role of Primary & Secondary Groups in the Hospital &
Rehabilitation Setting.
4 FAMILY: 1
Influence on human personality, Role of family in health and disease
5 COMMUNITY ROLE: 1
Rural & Urban communities in Public Health, Role of community in
determining Beliefs, Practices & Home Remedies in Treatment.
6 CULTURE: 1
Component‟s impact on human behavior, Role of community in
determining beliefs, practices and health seeking behavior and home
remedies
7 SOCIAL CHANGE FACTORS: 1
Human Adaptation, Stress, Deviance, Health Programme Role of
Social Planning in the improvement of Health & in Rehabilitation.
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8 SOCIAL CONTROL: 1
Definition, Role of norms, Folkways, Customs, Morals, Religion, Law
& other means of social controls in the regulation of Human
Behavior, Social Deviance & Disease
9 POPULATION GROUPS : 5
a. Children: Street children, Child labour, Juvenile delinquency
b. Women‟s: Victims of domestic violence and addiction, C.S.W.,
physically and /or mentally challenged
c. Role of NGOs, Social support systems
`10 Social Security & Social Legislation in relation to the Disabled 1
11 Role of a Medical Social Worker 1
12 Sociology of Brain Death and/ or Organ donation: 1
13 SOCIAL PROBLEMS: 4
Population explosion, Poverty, Dowry, Illiteracy- Causes, prevention
& Control measures.
1. An Introduction to Sociology – Sachdeva & Bhushan

2. Indian Social Problems - Madan, Vol-I-Madras

THEORY Marks
syllabus.
Section A- Q-1 &Q-2 Q-1 based on COMMUNITY MEDICINE [1x20] 30
Q-2 based on SOCIOLOGY [1 x10]
Questions based on COMMUNITY MEDICINE
Section B-Q-3 & Q- 4 SAQ Q-3 -to answer any FIVE out of SIX [5x3=15] 30
SAQ Q-4-to answer any THREE out of FOUR [3x5=15]
Questions based on SOCIOLOGY
Section C- Q-5 20
SAQ – to answer any FOUR out of FIVE [4 x 5=20]
Total Marks 80
TOTAL - 160 marks
110
GYNAECOLOGY & OBSTETRICS
(COLLEGE EXAMINATION)
(Didactic - 20 hrs + Clinical – 10 hrs) TOTAL 30 HRS
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This course intends to provide introduction to women`s health which
includes problems related to pregnancy, osteoporosis, and other disorders specific to women.
Topics will focus on medical terminology, clinical examination, evaluation, comparing
contemporary, traditional interventions and the impact of evolving technology in this area. It also
emphasises on evaluation & medical treatment of pelvic floor dysfunctions.
Sr. Topics Didactic Practical/Lab Total

1 PHYSIOLOGY OF PUBERTY & 2 2
MENSTRUATION
2 PHYSIOLOGY OF PREGNANCY 3 3
3 PHYSIOLOGY OF LABOUR 4 4
4 POST NATAL PERIOD 2 5 7
5 INFERTILITY 1 1
6 URO-GENITAL DYSFUNCTION 3 1 4
7 GYNAECOLOGICAL SURGERIES 2 1 3
8 PRE, PERI & POST MENOPAUSE 2 1 3
9 PELVIC INFLAMMATORY DISEASES 1 2 3
TOTAL 20 10 30
OBJECTIVES:
At the end of the course, student will be able to describe:
a) Normal & abnormal physiological events, complications and management during

Puberty.
b) Normal and abnormal physiological events, complications and management of
pregnancy (Pregnancy, Labour, Puerperium)
c) Normal and abnormal physiological events, complications and management of
menopause.
d) Normal and abnormal physiological events, complications and management of uro-
genital dysfunction.(Antenatal, Postnatal, during menopause)
e) The student will be able to acquire the cognitive skill of clinical examination of the
pelvic floor.
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SYLLABUS
1 PHYSIOLOGY OF PUBERTY & 2 2
MENSTRUATION: Abnormalities &
common problems of Menstruation
2 PHYSIOLOGY OF PREGNANCY : 3 3
a. Development of the foetus, Normal/
Abnormal / multiple gestations,
b. Common Complications during
pregnancy:
i. Anaemia,
ii. P I H
iii. Eclampsia
iv. Diabetes,
v. Hepatitis,
vi. TORCH infection or HIV
3 PHYSIOLOGY OF LABOUR 4 4
a. Normal – Events of Ist, IInd & IIIrd
Stages of labour
b. Complications during labour &
management
c. Caesarean section- elective/ emergency
& post operative care
4 POST NATAL PERIOD 2 5 7
a. Puerperium & Lactation
b. Complications of repeated child bearing
with small gaps
c. Methods of contraception
5 INFERTILITY 1 1
a. Management with emphasis on
PCOS/PCOD
6 URO-GENITAL DYSFUNCTION 3 1 4
a. Uterine prolapse – Classification &
Management (Conservative / Surgical)
b. ii) Cystocoele, Rectocoele, Enterocoele,
Urethrocoele
7 GYNAECOLOGICAL SURGERIES 2 2 4
(Pre and post surgical management)
8 PRE, PERI & POST MENOPAUSE 2 1 3
a. Physiology
b. Complications &
c. Management
9 PELVIC INFLAMMATORY DISEASES 1 1 2
with special emphasis to backache due to
Gynaecological / Obstetrical conditions
CLINICAL (10 hrs)
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1. Evaluation & presentation of One case Each in:
a) Uro-genital dysfunction
b) Antenatal care
c) Postnatal care
d) Following normal labour
e) Following Caesarean section
f) Pelvic Inflammatory Diseases
2. Observation – One Normal & One Caesarean delivery & One Hysterectomy / Repair of the
Uro-genital Prolapse

1. Text book of Gynaecology – Datta – New Central Book Agency
2. Text book of Obstetrics --Datta – New Central Book Agency
SCHEME OF COLLEGE EXAMINATION (THEORY ONLY)
THEORY ONLY Marks

50 marks [There shall be no LAQ in this paper]
*Emphasis to be given to the Urogenital dysfunction / Obstetrical 50

conditions / age related Gynaecological problems
Section -A-Q-1 MCQs – based on MUST KNOW area [20X1] 20
Section-B-Q-2 SAQ-to answer any FIVE out of SIX [5x3] 15
Section-C-Q-3 SAQ-to answer any THREE out of FOUR [3x5] 15
Total Marks 50
Passing in the exam is Mandatory
Grades: A+ = 75% & above, A = 66 to 74.5%, B + = 55 to 65 %, B = 50 to 54.5%,

C = less than50%.
113
DERMATOLOGY
TOTAL - 10 HRS
OBJECTIVES:
At the end of the course, the student will be able to describe the
Pathophysiology, Signs & Symptoms, Clinical Features, Examination & Management of
Common Skin Conditions like Leprosy, Psoriasis, Bacterial & Fungal Infections of the skin,
connective tissue disorder, hand eczema, drug reaction, cutaneous manifestation of HIV, &
Sexually Transmitted Diseases
SYLLABUS
Sr. Topics Didactic
No. Hours
1 Introduction to Dermatology, basic skin lesions & History taking 1
2 a. Skin infections (Part I) – Scabies / Pediculosis / Bacterial 2

infections
b. Skin infection (Part II) Viral / Fungal / Cutaneous T.B.
3 Connective tissue disorder-Scleroderma, S.L.E., 1

Dermatomyositis, Morphia
4 a. Hand eczema, Psoriasis, Psoriatic arthritis, Reiter‟s 1
Syndrome
b. Cutaneous hyperplasia-Keloid, Hypertrophic scar, Corn,
Callosity
5 Leprosy & Deformity 2
6 a. Cutaneous Manifestation of HIV 1
b. Hyperhydrosis
7 a. Drug reaction 2
b. Urticaria
Genodermatosis -Epidermolysis bullosa
c. Sexually Transmitted skin lesions
PUVA Treatment
TOTAL 10
RECOMMENDED TEXT BOOK

1. Textbook of dermatology – Dr. Khopkar
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SCHEME OF COLLEGE EXAMINATION (THEORY ONLY)
THEORY Marks
25 marks [There shall be no LAQ in this paper]

* The question paper will give appropriate weightage to all the topics in 25
the syllabus.
Section A- Q-1 MCQs – based on MUST KNOW area [10X1] 10
Section-B- Q-2 SAQ - Answer any FIVE out of SIX [5x3] 15
Total Marks 25

C = less than50%.
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FUNCTIONAL DIAGNOSIS & PHYSIOTHERAPEUTIC
SKILLS
(Didactic - 135 hrs + Clinical – 325 hrs) TOTAL 460 HRS
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
1. Functional Diagnosis & Physiotherapeutic Skills is a stepping stone to introduce students
to actual concepts of PT assessment and later to the treatment concepts
2. Functional Diagnosis focuses on the assessment of all the body systems i.e.
Musculoskeletal, Neurological and Cardiovascular-Respiratory in order to study the
various impairments and their impact on activity and participation of the individual
taking into consideration the contextual factors as well. It also emphasizes on the clinical
reasoning of the underlying components of a universal evaluation tool (ICF) for a better
understanding of the patient in a holistic manner. The student is also subjected to learn
basics of manipulative, cardiovascular-respiratory and neuro-therapeutic skills on models
so that he/she will be able to apply these principles eventually on patients.
3. The student will also gain a sound knowledge of electro-diagnosis, which is an integral
part of Functional Diagnosis.
Sr. Topic Didactic Practical / Total

No. Hours Laboratory Hours
Skills Hours
1. SECTION-I INTERNATIONAL 05 - 005
CLASSIFICATION OF FUNCTION,
DISABILITY & HEALTH (ICF)
2. SECTION-II MUSCULOSKELETAL 40 140 180

EVALUATION & MANIPULATIVE
SKILLS
3. SECTION –III CARDIO VASCULAR 40 055 095

RESPIRATORY EVALUATION &
RELATED SKILLS
4. SECTION – IV NEUROTHERAPEUTIC 50 130 180

EVALUATION &
ELECTRO DIAGNOSIS
TOTAL 135 325 460
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OBJECTIVES:
Cognitive:
At the end of the course, student will be able to:
1. Understand the use of ICF.

2. Acquire the knowledge of human growth and development from new life to birth and
adulthood
3. Understand structure and function of nerve and muscle as a base for understanding
the electro-diagnostic assessment.
4. Understand the use of appropriate tools or instruments of assessment in
Musculoskeletal, Neurological and Cardio-vascular conditions.
5. Understand the theoretical basis and principles of manipulative skills,
neurotherapeutic skills and skills of cardiopulmonary care and resuscitation
6. Document results of assessment to evaluate the patient from time to time.
Psychomotor:
Student will be able to:
1. Perform assessment of measures of body structures and functions related to tissue
mechanics.
2. Perform assessment of measures of body structures and functions related to motor
control affecting activity and participation, quality of life and independence.
3. Perform the skill of electro-diagnosis (SD Curve) and observe skills of EMG and
NCV studies, to understand the documentation of finding of these studies.
4. Interpretation and analysis of assessment and findings.
5. Demonstrate skills of manual therapy musculoskeletal, neurotherapeutics and
cardiovascular and respiratory skills on models (Laboratory work).
Affective:
Student will be able to:
1. Select appropriate assessment techniques to facilitate safety, sensitive practices in
patient comfort and effectiveness.
2. Demonstrate safe, respectful and effective performance of physical therapy handling
techniques taking into account patient‟s clinical condition, need for privacy, resources
available and the environment.
3. Follow the principles of appropriate handling technique that is draping, hand
placement, body part positioning, manual techniques, lifting and transfer techniques.
4. Communicate with patients and their families/caregivers regarding the need and uses
of various assessment techniques.
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SYLLABUS
Practical/
Sr. Didactic Total
Topic Clinical
No. Hours Hours
Hours
1 SECTION I: 5 - 5
Functional Diagnosis using International
Classification of Function, Disability &
Health (I.C.F.) (Applicable for all the
Sections mentioned below)
2 SECTION II:
MUSCULOSKELETAL EVALUATION AND MANIPULATIVE SKILLS

(Didactic-40 + Practical 140= 180 Hours)
a. Assessment of Musculoskeletal System: 03 02 05
i.
Soft tissue flexibility
ii.
Joint mobility
iii.Muscle strength & Endurance
iv.Trick movements
v.Sensations
vi.Limb length
vii.Abnormal posture
viii.Gait deviations due to musculoskeletal
dysfunction
b. Assessment of Joints with special tests: 10 08 18
i. Cervical Spine: Foraminal compression,

Distraction, Shoulder depression, vertebral
artery, Dizziness tests.
ii. Shoulder: Yergason‟s, Speed‟s, Drop-

Arm, Supraspinatus, Impingement,
Anterior & Posterior Apprehension, Allen,
Adson.
iii. Elbow: Cozen‟s, Miller‟s, Tinel‟s sign
iv. Forearm, Wrist &Hand: Phalen‟s,

Bunnel-Littler, Froment‟s sign
v. Lumbar Spine: Schober‟s, SLR, Prone
Knee Bending, Slump.
vi. Sacro Iliac joint: Faber- Patrick‟s,
Gaenslen, Gillet, March
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Hours
vii. Hip: Nelaton‟s line, Bryant‟s triangle,

Thomas, Ober‟s, Tripod sign,
Trendlenburg sign,
viii. Knee: Tests for collateral & cruciate

ligaments (valgus, varus, Lachman, Sag,
Drawer‟s, McMurray‟s, Fluctuation,
Patellar tap, Q- angle, Clarke )
ix. Ankle & Foot: Anterior Drawer, Talar

Tilt, Homan‟s & Moses (for D.V.T.)
c. Response of soft tissues to trauma : 02 02
i. Trigger points
ii. Spasm
iii. Ligament Sprains
iv. Muscle Strains
d. Basics in Manual Therapy and Applications 05 05 10

with Clinical Reasoning:
i. Assessment of Articular and extra-articular

soft tissue status
a) Contractile tissues
b) Non contractile tissues
ii. Examination of joint integrity

a) Accessory movement
b) End feel
e. Examination of musculoskeletal 06 10 16
Dysfunction :
i. Subjective examination
ii. Objective examination
iii. Special tests
iv. Functional Diagnosis using ICF
119
Hours
f. Assessment of Pain: 04 05 09
i. Types of pain: Somatic, Somatic referred,

Neurogenic, Visceral
ii. Subjective Assessment:
a) Location, duration, progression,
distribution, quality, diurnal variations,
modifying factors.
Assessment By
b) Severity, nature of pain, tissue irritability
V.A.S. & N.R.S.
iii. Objective Measurement &
Documentation-
a) Visual Analogue Scale (V.A.S).
b) Numerical Rating Scale(N.R.S.)
c) McGill‟s modified questionnaire(including
Body charts)
g. Basic principles, indications, contra 10 110 120
indications of mobilization skills for joints
and Soft tissues:
i. Maitland Practice of Manual
ii. Mulligan Therapy in
iii. Kaltenborn Kaltenborn,
iv. Mckenzie Maitland‟s, M.E.T. &
v. Cyriax Neural Mobilisation
vi. Myofascial Release Technique on extremities on
vii. Muscle Energy Technique Models only
viii. Neural Tissue Mobilization
(Neuro Dynamic Testing)
3 SECTION III:
CARDIO VASCULAR RESPIRATORY EVALUATION & RELATED

SKILLS
a. Assessment of Cardio Vascular & 25 25 50
Pulmonary System:
Identification of
i. Vital parameters abnormal breath
ii. Chest expansion sounds, measurement
iii. Symmetry of chest movement of chest expansion,
iv. Breath Holding Test pattern of breathing,
v. Breath Sounds Vital parameters,
vi. Rate of Perceived Exertion (R.P.E.) Grades of
vii. Energy Systems & Exercise Physiology – Dyspnoea, Rate of
Perceived Exertion,
120
No. Hours /Clinical Hours
Hours
a) Physiological response to immobility and Ankle Brachial
activity. Index,
b) Aerobic & Anaerobic metabolisms Exercise Tolerance
c) Evaluation of Functional Capacity using Testing – 6 Minutes
sub maximal tests (Exercise Tolerance – Walk Test
Six Minutes Walk test)
d) Theoretical bases of different protocols
for maximal exercise testing
(e.g.: Bruce Protocol, Modified Bruce
Protocol, Balke )
viii. Interpretation of reports – A.B.G., P.F.T.,
P.E.F.R., E.C.G.- (Normal & Variations
due to Ischemia & Infarction), X-ray
Chest, Biochemical Reports
ix. Ankle Brachial Index
x. Tests for Peripheral Arterial & Venous
circulation.
b. Examination of Cardiovascular 05 05 10
Respiratory Dysfunction
i. Subjective examination
ii. Objective examination
iii. Special tests: Exercise Tolerance Testing –
6 Minutes Walk Test, Breath Holding Test,
P.E.F.R.
iv. Functional Diagnosis using I.C.F.
c. Assessment of Fitness & Health 10 25 35
i. Screening for risk factors

ii. Body composition-B.M.I., use of skin fold
calipers, Girth measurement
iii. Physical fitness: Flexibility, Strength,
Endurance, Agility
iv. Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire
v. Screening for health and fitness in
childhood, adulthood and geriatric group
vi. Quality of life
vii. Principles & components of exercise
prescription for healthy
121
Practical/
Sr. Didactic Total
Topic Clinical
No. Hours Hours
Hours
4 SECTION IV:
NEUROTHERAPEUTIC EVALUATION & ELECTRO DIAGNOSIS
a. General principles of Human development 07 05 12
& maturation
i. Aspects
a) Physical
b) motor
c) Sensory
d) Cognitive & Perceptive
e) Emotional
f) Social
ii. Factors influencing human development &

growth:
a) Biological
b) Environmental inherited
.
iii. Principles of maturation in general &
anatomical directional pattern –
a) Cephelo – caudal
b) Proximo – distal
c) Centero – lateral
d) Mass to specific pattern
e) Gross to fine motor development
f) Reflex maturation tests
iv. Development in specific fields - Oromotor

development, sensory development,
neurodevelopment of hand function.
b. Basics in Neuro Therapeutics Skills & 20 55 75

Applications with Clinical reasoning.
i. Principles, Technique & Indications for Therapeutic Skills of
Application of N.D.T., P.N.F.,
a) Bobath Bobath, Rood‟s
b) Neuro Developmental Technique Technique &
c) Rood‟s Technique Brunnstrom, M.R.P.
d) P.N.F. on models only
e) Brunnstrom,
f) Techniques of Motor Relearning
Program (M.R.P.)
122
Sr. Didactic Pract/Cli Total
Topic
No. Hours nic Hours Hours
c. Assessment of Movement Dysfunction 10 25 35
i. Higher functions
ii. Cranial nerves
iii. Sensations , sensory organization & body
image
iv. Joint mobility
v. Tone
vi. Reflexes-Superficial & Deep
vii. Voluntary control
viii. Muscle Strength
ix. Co-ordination
x. Balance
xi. Endurance
xii. Trick movements
xiii. Limb Length
xiv. Posture deviations
xv. Gait deviations due to neurological
dysfunction
xvi. Functional Diagnosis using I.C.F.
xvii. Interpretation of Electro diagnostic
findings, routine Biochemical
investigations
d. Electro diagnosis 10 30 40
i. Physiology of resting membrane
potential, action potential, Propagation
of Action Potential
ii. Physiology of muscle contraction
iii. Motor unit & Recruitment pattern of
motor unit – Size principle
iv. Therapeutic current –as a tool for electro
diagnosis.
a) Electrophysiology of muscle & nerve Test for S.D.C. &
b) Faradic Galvanic Test, Strength Faradic/ Galvanic
Duration Curve-tests should be Test
carried out on relevant patients,
c) Test for Sensory & Pain Threshold/
Pain Tolerance – technique only
v. Electro-Myography
a) Definition
Instrumentation – Basic components like
C.R.O., Filter, Amplifier & Preamplifier,
and Types of Electrodes
123
Practical/
Sr. Didactic Total
Topic Clinical
No. Hours Hours
Hours
b) Normal & Abnormal E.M.G. pattern
i. at rest
ii. on minimal contraction
iii. on maximal contraction
c) Nerve Conduction Studies
i. Principles & Technique
ii. F wave
iii. H reflex
e. SCALES: Berg Balance, Modified Ashworth, 3 15 18
F.I.M., Barthel Index, G.C.S., D.G.I., M.M.S.,
S.T.R.E.A.M. & A.S.I.A.
DOCUMENTATION:
A Documentation & Interpretation of following investigations:

i. Electro diagnosis : 2 each
a) S.D.C.
b) Faradic Galvanic Test
c) E.M.G. & N.C. Studies
ii. Cardio Vascular & Pulmonary: (1 each) – A.B.G., P.F.T., E.C.G., X-ray
Chest, Exercise Tolerance Test.
iii. Neurological Scales (1 each )– Modified Ashworth, Berg‟s Balance,
D.G.I., Glasgow
iv. Coma, Barthel Index, F.I.M.
B Case presentation with Functional diagnosis :

i. Total 12 cases
ii. Three cases each in –
a) Musculoskeletal
b) Neurological
c) Cardiovascular & Respiratory (Including General Medical &
Surgical Cases)
d) General & Community Health (Including Fitness & Health,
Women & Child Health, Occupation Health)
To maintain the Record/ Journal of the term work & to get each assignment duly
singed by respective Head of the Dept.
124
1. Orthopaedic Physical Examination –Magee

2. Clinical Electro Therapy – Nelson – Currier --- Appleton & Lange publication
3. Clinical Electromyography – Mishra
4. Therapeutic Exercises - Colby & Kisner
5. Physical Rehabilitation, Assessment and treatment - Susan B O‟s Sullivan
6. Neurological Examination - John Patten

1. Maitland‟s book on Manual therapy,
2. Mobilisation of Extremities – Kaltenborn
3. Clinical Electromyography – Kimura
4. Orthopaedic Physical therapy – Donnatelli
5. NAGS, SNAGS and MWMS - Brian Mulligan
6. Exercise & Heart – Wenger
7. Exercise Physiology – William D Mc‟Ardle
8. Facilitation techniques based on NDT principles - Lois Bly Allison Whiteside
9. Movement therapy in Hemiplegia - Brunnstrom
10. Cash textbook of Physiotherapy in neurological conditions - Patricia Downie
11. Physical Dysfunction - Trombly Scoot
12. Infant Motor Development- Jan Piek
13. Neurology & Neurosurgery Illustrated (3rd edition)-Bone & Callander
14. Neuro-developmental Therapy –Janett Howle
125
THEORY Marks
100
syllabus.
Section A-
Q-1 -MCQs – based on MUST KNOW area [20 x 1 ] 20
M.C.Qs.
Section B- Q-2 - Answer any FIVE out of SIX [5 x 3 = 15]
S.A.Q. 30
* Based on topics- Simulated case on all of the sections on

ICF pattern (Section II,III & IV)

Section C- Q-5] - 15 marks
L.A.Q. 30
OR
Q-5] - 15 marks
Total Marks 80
126
PRACTICAL Marks
[Time maximum 30 minutes for students for evaluation]
1. Psychomotor & affective:
Skill of History taking [05 marks]
Skill of clinical examination [15 marks]
Skill of objective diagnostic procedure [10 marks]
LONG CASE 2. Cognitive : 45
Ability to justify bases for functional diagnosis
by I.C.F. [15 marks]
[To be evaluated in cognitive, psychomotor and affective

domains.]
Two Short cases on
1. Mobilization Technique: Kaltenborn, Maitland, M.E.T.
or Neural Mobilisation (On Models)
[10marks]
2. Neuro Therapeutic Skills: N.D.T. / P.N.F. / Rood‟s /

Brunnstrom (On Models) [10 marks]
SHORT CASE 20
OR
Electro Diagnosis: S.D. Curve / Faradic Galvanic Test
(On Patient) [10 marks]
OR
Exercise Tolerance Test: Six Minutes Walk Test
(On Model) [10 marks]
5 spots - (5 x2 Marks= 10 Marks) 3minutes for each spot
a) X ray (on section 2/3/4)

b) Pulmonary Function Test
SPOTS 10
c) Blood gas analysis
d) E.C.G.
e) E.M.G. / N.C. studies
Documentations- Assessment, Evaluation, Diagnosis with

JOURNAL 5
I.C.F.
Total Marks 80
127

marks each TOTAL - 160 marks
3. In Practicals of Terminal & Preliminary examinations Spots will be of 15 marks
instead of 10 marks (3 marks X 5), No marks will be allotted for the journal in
Terminal & Preliminary examinations
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SCHEME OF EXAMINATIONS AT A GLANCE – III B.P.Th.
UNIVERSITY EXAMINATIONS COLLEGE

LEVEL
SUBJECTS Theory Clinical / Practical
EXAMS
University I.A. Total University I.A. Total (Theory
only)
Surgery-I (General Surgery
+ Cardio vascular & Thoracic
40 10 50 --- --- --- ---
Surgery + Plastic /
Reconstructive Surgery)
Surgery-II
40 10 50 --- --- --- ---
(Orthopaedics)
Medicine-I
(Cardiovascular Respiratory
40 10 50 --- --- --- ---
Medicine + General
Medicine + Gerontology)
Medicine-II
40 10 50 --- --- --- ---
(Neurology & Paediatrics)
Community Health &
80 20 100 --- --- --- ---
Sociology
Functional Diagnosis and
Physiotherapeutic Skills 80 20 100 80 20 100 ---
Gynaecology & Obstetrics --- --- --- --- --- --- 50

Dermatology --- --- --- --- --- --- 25
Total 320 80 400 80 20 100 75
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IV B.P.Th.
SYLLABUS
Transcript Hrs-1465
Sr. Subjects Theory Practical / Total

Hours
1 Professional Practice & Ethics 015 -- 015
(College Examination)
2 Administration, Management & Marketing 020 -- 020
PHYSIOTHERAPY
3 Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy 060 140 200

4 Neuro Physiotherapy 065 135 200
5 Cardiovascular-Respiratory Physiotherapy 060 140 200
(Including Critical Care)
6 Community Physiotherapy 085 115 200
7 Principles of Bio-engineering 030 - 030
8 Research Methodology & Biostatistics 040 - 040
9 Seminar (including I.C.F.) - 060 060
10 Supervised clinical practice - 500 500

-During each clinical assignment, the
student shall evaluate, functionally
diagnose, plan & practice clinical skills on
patients in consultation with the qualified
physiotherapist staff
TOTAL 375 1090 1465
130
Total -60Hrs (I to IV year)
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This subject will be taught in continuum from first year to final

year. An examination will be conducted only in final year. Professional and ethical practice
curriculum content addresses the Knowledge, Skills and Behaviors required by the
application of professional and ethical reasoning and decision-making strategies and professional
communication.
Sr. Topics I II III IV Total

No. B.P.Th. B.P.Th. B.P.Th. B.P.Th. Hours
1 PROFESSIONAL 15 hrs 15 hrs 15 hrs 15 hrs 60

ISSUES & ETHICS
OBJECTIVES:
At the end of the course, the student will be compliant in following domains:
Cognitive: The student will
1. Be able to understand the moral values and meaning of ethics

2. Be able to learn and apply ethical code of conduct in fields of clinical practice,
learning, teaching, research and physiotherapist-patient relationship
3. Acquire bedside manners and communication skills in relation with patients, peers,
seniors and other professionals
4. Will acquire the knowledge of the basics in Managerial & Management skills, & use
of information technology in professional Practice
Psychomotor: The student will be able to:
1. Develop psychomotor skills for physiotherapist-patient relationship
2. Develop the skill to evaluate and make decisions for plan of management based on
sociocultutural values and referral practice
Affective: The student will be able to:
1. Develop behavioral skills and humanitarian approach while communicating with
patients, relatives, society and co-professionals
2. Develop bedside behavior, respect & maintain patients‟ confidentiality
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SYLLABUS
Visits/
Didactic Total
Sr. No. Topics Supervision
Hours Hours
Hours
1. Introduction to the history of
02
Physiotherapy.
2. Orientation to the curriculum, clinical
03 05 15
I areas and geographical location.
B.P.Th. 3. Concept of morality and ethics 03
4. Concept of professionalism and
Professional dress code 02
1. Ethical code of conduct 03

2. Communication skills
II a. Physiotherapist –Patient Relationship 01 10 15
B.P.Th. b. INTERVIEWING -Types of interview, 01
Skills of interviewing
1. Collecting data on psychosocial factors in 04

Medicine, Surgery, Reproductive Health,
Paediatrics 05 15
III
B.P.Th.
2. Inter professional communication. 03
3. Ethics in clinical practice 03
1. Roles of Physiotherapist as patient 05

manager, Consultant, Critical inquirer,
Educator, Administrator
2. Laws and regulations 02

IV 3. Professional development, competence 02 --- 15
B.P.Th. and expertise
4. Professional bodies 02
5. Ethics in Research 01
6. Ethics in Teaching 02
7. Role of W.C.P.T. & Council 01
TOTAL 40 20 60
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RECOMMENDED REFERENCE LITERATURE
1. Rules & Regulation of Indian Association of Physiotherapists

2. W.C.P.T. ethics (from their website)
3. Gazette of Maharashtra Council for Occupational therapists & Physiotherapists
SCHEME OF COLLEGE EXAMINATION
THEORY ONLY Marks

syllabus.
Section A-Q-1 MCQs – based on MUST KNOW area [20 X1] 20
SAQ-to answer any FIVE out of SIX [5 x 3] 15

Section-B-Q-2 & Q3
SAQ – to answer any THREE out of FOUR [3 x 5] 15
Total Marks 50
Passing in the examination is Mandatory

C = less than50%.
133
ADMINISTRATION, MANAGEMENT
& MARKETING
Total – 20 HRS
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This curriculum content addresses the Knowledge, Skills and

Behaviors required of the physiotherapist in a range of practice relationships and roles. The
course will discuss the role, responsibility, administration issues of the physiotherapists. The
course will also cover responsibilities of the professional to the profession, the public and to the
health care team. This includes the application of professional and ethical reasoning and
decision-making strategies, professional communication, reflective practice strategies and
personal management issues (stress, work-life balance). Factors that influence individual practice
are addressed, including the availability and accessibility of local health care resources as well as
the ethical, legal and regulatory requirements of practicing the physiotherapy profession in a
given jurisdiction.
OBJECTIVES:
At the end of the course the student will be compliant in following domains:
Cognitive:
The student will:
a. Learn the management basics in fields of clinical practice, teaching, research and
physiotherapy practice in the community.
b. Acquire communication skills in relation with patients, peers, seniors and other
professionals & the community.
c. Acquire the knowledge of the basics in Managerial & Management skills, & use of
Information technology in professional Practice
Psychomotor:
The student will be able to:
a. Develop psychomotor skills for physiotherapy practice.
b. Develop skill to evaluate and make decision for plan of management based on
sociocultutural values and referral practice.
Affective:
The student will be able to:
Develop behavioral skills and humanitarian approach while communicating with patients,
relatives, society at large and co-professionals.
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SYLLABUS
Sr. Didactic
Topics
No. Hours
1. Management studies related to –local health care organization 05
Management & structure, planning delivery with quality assurance
& funding of service delivery information technology career
development in Physiotherapy.
2. Administration-principles-based on the Goal & functions -at large 03
hospital set up / domiciliary services/ private clinic /academics
3. Methods of maintaining records 02
4. Budget-planning 03
5. Performance analysis--physical structure / reporting system [man 03
power / status /functions / quantity & quality of services/turn over-
cost benefit revenue contribution
6. Setting up Therapeutic gymnasium, Fitness clinics, Cardiac and 02
Pulmonary Rehab centers etc.
7. Time management 02
TOTAL 20

1. Administration for Physiotherapists-Pai
2. Principles of Hospital Administration-Sakharkar

THEORY 50 MARKS Marks
syllabus.
Section A-Q-1 MCQs – based on MUST KNOW area [20 x1] 20
SAQ-to answer any FIVE out of SIX [5 x 3] 15

Section-B-Q-2 & Q3
SAQ – to answer any THREE out of FOUR [3 x 5] 15
Total Marks 50

C = less than50%.
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MUSCULOSKELETAL PHYSIOTHERAPY
(Didactic - 60 hours + Practical-140 hours)TOTAL: 200 HOURS
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This course includes a study of applied anatomy and physiology of

the musculo-skeletal system along with pathological changes and patho-mechanics of the system.
It discusses relevant tests and measures for determining impairment and differentiating the
diagnosis based on the specificity and sensitivity of the assessment instruments as related to
patients with disorders of the musculo-skeletal system.
Musculo-skeletal Physiotherapy focuses on maximizing functional
independence and well-being. The course uses a patient-centered model of care with multi-
system assessment, evidence based interventions and a significant patient education component
to promote a healthy, active lifestyle and community-based living.
The candidate will have a sound understanding of theory, scientific
evidence and best practices in the areas of the Musculo-skeletal System including Movement
Sciences, Psychosocial Sciences and Physiotherapy.
Sr. No. Topics Didactic Clinical

Hours Hours
1. Use of ICF model in physiotherapy management of 02 00
health condition of musculoskeletal system
2. Outcome measures – and Evidence Based Practice 02 00
3. Biomechanical / Physiological basis of 04 05
physiotherapy intervention skills
4. Physiotherapy interventions with goal setting for dysfunctions due to
musculoskeletal health conditions secondary to conservative or surgical
management of:
Manifestations of trauma and their complications 22 50
Degenerative Arthritis 07 45
Inflammatory conditions 04 05
Infectious Diseases of bones & joints 02 05
Metabolic & Hormonal Disorders 02 05
Congenital & Acquired Deformities 06 10
Peripheral Nerve Injuries & Plexus Injuries 03 05
Tumours of bone, Vascular disorders and Traumatic 06 10
Amputations
TOTAL 60 140
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OBJECTIVES:
At the end of the course, student will be able to:
Cognitive:
a) Identify, evaluate, analyze & discuss primary and secondary musculo-skeletal
dysfunction, based on biomechanical, kinesiological & patho-physiological principles.
b) Correlate the same with radiological, electrophysiological, biochemical/ haematological
investigations as applicable & arrive at the appropriate Physiotherapy diagnosis with
skillful evaluation of structure and function with clinical reasoning.
c) Understand the pharmaco-therapeutics, its interaction with physiotherapeutic measures
and modify physiotherapeutic intervention appropriately.
d) Apply knowledge of psychosocial factors (personal and environmental factors in the
context of disability associated with the musculo-skeletal system or multiple body
systems) for behavioral and lifestyle modification and use appropriate training and
coping strategies.
Psychomotor:
a) Apply theoretical basis of physiological effects, indications, contraindications; and best
available evidence on the effectiveness, efficacy and safe application guidelines for a full
range of physiotherapeutic strategies and interventions, including appropriate modes of
soft tissue & joint mobilization, electrotherapy, therapeutic exercise, and appropriate
ergonomic advise that can be employed to manage problems of the individual‟s
structures, functions, activities and participation, capacity and performance levels
associated with the musculo-skeletal system, for relief of pain & prevention, restoration
and rehabilitation measures for maximum possible functional independence at home,
workplace and in community.
b) Prescribe and train for appropriate orthoses, prostheses and walking aids based on
musculoskeletal dysfunction.
Affective:
Acquire ethical skills by demonstrating safe, respectful and effective performance of
physical handling techniques taking into account the patient‟s clinical condition, the need
for privacy, the physiotherapist, the resources available and the environment.
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SYLLABUS

TOPICS Hours Hours Hours
No.
1 Use of ICF model (Bio, Psycho and Social) to plan Short
term and Long term goals in physiotherapy management
of health condition of musculoskeletal system
a. Identification of short term and long term goals based
on
i) Capacity and Performance related to activities and 02 - 02
participation to enhance functioning
ii) Personal and Environment factors -facilitators and
barriers that affect disablement and functioning
b. Documentation of disability and functioning
c. Red flags- Recognizing signs and symptom
2 a. Introduction to functional scales as outcome measures
01 - 01
– Generic and Disease specific.
b. Evidence base practice in musculoskeletal health

01 - 01
conditions- levels of evidence, clinical application
3 Biomechanical / Physiological basis of following modes

physiotherapy interventions implemented during all three
stages of tissue healing -
a. Electrotherapeutic modes for pain- acute and chronic

pain syndromes, swelling, wound healing, re- 01 00 01
education
b. Therapeutic exercise to alleviate pain, increase 02 00 02

mobility, muscle performance (strength) endurance,
motor control, muscle length, posture and gait training
c. Taping techniques for pain relief , support and posture 01 05 06

correction
i. Principles
ii. Indications / Contraindications
iii. Types of tapes and terminologies used
iv. Techniques
4 The following topics are applicable to all conditions related to musculo-skeletal
dysfunction throughout lifespan in acute care setting , hospital, chronic
conditions at home and in community on the basis of:
Sr. TOPICS
Total
No.
Hours
138
1. Evaluation, interpretation of investigations and appropriate clinical reasoning for
Functional diagnosis (ICF).
2. Evidence-based analysis of tools and techniques, (including Quality of Life

questionnaires), and planning, prescription & implementation of short term & long
term goals of Physiotherapy with appropriate documentation of the same.
3. Application of appropriate electro therapeutic modes for relief of acute & chronic
pain, swelling and for wound healing, muscle / movement re-education etc with
clinical reasoning.
4. Application of appropriate exercise therapeutic modes for improving joint

mobility, muscle strength & endurance and motor control.
5. Application of advanced therapeutic modes of manual mobilization techniques

(non-thrust techniques to be applied on extremities only), Friction Massage,
Myofascial Release, Muscle Energy Techniques and Neuro Dynamic Techniques on
patients.
6. Application of appropriate therapeutic exercise using therapeutic gymnasium tools

as and when indicated, for relief of pain, enhancing structural stability, strength &
endurance, and functional maintenance &/ or restoration including posture
correction and gait training including preventive measures.
7. Prescription of appropriate orthotic & prosthetic devices.
8. Various taping techniques for support & pain relief; principles, indications, contra-
indications, types of tapes used & relevant terminology.
9. Appropriate Home Program & Ergonomic advise for preventive measures &
functional efficiency at home, work place and during recreation. Advice to Parents &
Care Givers.
Physiotherapy interventions with goal setting for dysfunctions due to

impairments of Pain, Mobility, Muscle performance(Strength), Endurance,
Motor Control, Muscle length, Posture and Movement Balance and Gait for
common health conditions secondary to conservative or surgical management of
the following regions, with appropriate consideration of red flags:
139
Topics Didactic Clinical/ Total
Hours Pract Hrs hours
1. Manifestations of trauma and their complications: 16 40 56
a. Bones – fractures & fracture-dislocations of

08 20
extremities & spine and their complications &
management
b. Soft tissues injuries of extremities & spine and
08 20
their complications & Management, contused
lacerated wounds (CLWs) Burns complications and
management, Crush injuries and its conservative
and post surgical management.
2. Degenerative Arthritis 07 45 52
a. Osteoarthritis of knee
b. Peri-arthritis of shoulder
c. Spinal degenerative conditions like Sponylosis,
Spondylysis, Spondylolisthesis, and Spinal Canal
Stenosis
3. Inflammatory conditions 04 05 09
a. Rheumatoid, Gouty, Septic arthritis
b. Spondylo-arthropathies e.g. Ankylosing
Spondylitis.
c. Cellulites and its complications.
d. Post incisional inflammation and infection.
e. Myositis ossificans and traumatica.
f. Avascular necrosis
4. Infectious Diseases of bones & joints of extremities 02 05 07
& spine
a. Tuberculosis b. Osteomyelitis
5. Metabolic & Hormonal Disorders 02 05 07
a. Osteoporosis b. Osteomalacia
6. Congenital & Acquired Deformities of extremities

06 10 16
& spine
a. CTEV b. DDH
b. Kyphosis d. Scoliosis
e. Genu valgus / varus f. Cubitus varus / valgus
g. Coxa vara / valga etc. h. Deformities of the foot
7. Peripheral Nerve Injuries & Plexus Injuries- 03 05 08
complications & management
8. Soft tissue injuries during sports and as a result of 04 05 09
Over-use: conservative and operative management
9. Musculo-skeletal complications in Cerebral Palsy 02 05 07
& Poliomyelitis and reconstructive surgeries.
Topics Didactic Clinical/ Total
140
Hours Pract Hrs hours
10. Tumours of bone tissue. 01 01
11. Vascular disorders affecting musculoskeletal 01 02 03
system- V.I.C., C.R.P.S., Compartment syndrome
12. Traumatic Amputation 04 08 12
a. Types
b. Complications and management inclusive of
prosthetic prescription & training
CLINICAL:
SUPERVISED CLINICAL PRACTICE:

During this supervised clinical practice, student should be able to successfully execute the
competencies in assessment, Functional diagnosis on ICF basis, plan of care and therapeutic
interventions relating to musculo-skeletal dysfunctions. Student should become familiar with
performance of these skills in all settings (inpatient and outpatient) as well as on all types of
conditions (surgical, non-surgical, paediatric and geriatric). Student should learn to perform
these skills objectively under the supervision of trained physical therapists. Student is required
to keep a performance record of all listed competencies during the clinical practice and
successfully perform on real patients during the final evaluation of the course.
CLINICAL COMPETENCIES:
A.COMPETENCY IN ASSESMENT AND CLINICAL REASONING:
Student should be able to apply the ICF framework in selecting measurement tools to
ensure a holistic approach to evaluation of body structure and function, activities ,
participation; and select and administer assessment/evaluation tools and techniques
suitable for the patient‟s problems and condition(s) based on the best available
evidence and interpret the information obtained demonstrating evidence-based
decision-making and safe handling technique such as:
1. Risk factor screening (Red flags & Yellow flags).
2. Assessment of Musculo-skeletal dysfunction.
3. Interpretation of Radiological, Electrophysiological, Haematological and

Biochemical investigations.
4. Aerobic fitness and Functional performance testing as appropriate
5. Identification and quantification of environmental and home barriers and

facilitators
6. Identification and analysis of body mechanics during self-care, home

management, work, community, tasks, or leisure activities.
7. Identification and analysis of ergonomic performance during work
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(job/school/play):
8. Assessment of Quality of Life through use of appropriate questionnaire and
generic or disease-specific scales (nice to know)
9. Identification and prioritization of impairments in body functions and structures,
and activity limitations and participation restrictions to determine specific body
function and structure, and activities and participation towards which the
intervention will be directed
10. State the evidence (patient/client history, lab diagnostics, tests and measures and
scientific literature) to support a clinical decision.
11. Determine the predicted level of optimal functioning and the time required to
achieve that level.
12. Recognize barriers that may impact the achievement of optimal functioning
within a predicted time frame and ways to overcome them when possible
B. COMPETENCY IN DEVELOPING PLAN OF CARE:
Student should be able to:

1. Identify patient goals and expectations.
2. Design a Plan of Care with measurable functional goals (short-term and long-
term) that are prioritized and time bound.
3. Consult patient and/or caregivers to develop a mutual agreement regarding the
plan of care.
4. Identify indications/ additional needs for consultation with other professionals &
appropriate referrals.
5. Select the interventions that are safe, realistic and meet the specified functional
goals and outcomes in the plan of care: (a) identify precautions and
contraindications, (b) provide evidence for patient-centered interventions that are
identified and selected, (c) define the specificity of the intervention (time,
intensity, duration, and frequency).
6. Measure and monitor patient response to intervention and modify elements of the
plan of care and goals in response to changing patient/client status, as needed.
7. Establish criteria for discharge based on patient goals and current functioning and
disability.
C. COMPETENCY IN PHYSIOTHERAPEUTIC INTERVENTION: Important

influences on Musculo-skeletal physiotherapy management choices may include but not
limited to:
1. Diverse settings of care including critical, acute, long term, rehabilitation, and
community care;
2. Lifespan issues ranging from the neonatal stage to those associated with aging;
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3. Life style modification for diseases and for prevention
4. Skill of application of physical and electrical agents for relief of acute & chronic
pain and swelling.
5. Facilitation, re-education and training of muscle strength, endurance & motor

control, posture and gait through skillful use of various therapeutic exercise
techniques with appropriate therapeutic gymnasium equipment.
6. Skill of application of therapeutic modes of improving joint mobility and soft

tissue flexibility like joint mobilization techniques and soft tissue techniques like
Muscle Energy Techniques, Myofascial Release, Friction Massage, Neuro
Dynamic Techniques etc.
7. Functional training in self care, home, work (job, school and play), community
and leisure activities
DOCUMENTATION
Presentation & Documentation of 8 Cases (4 traumas, 4 cold) for patient management

using ICF model as following:
(Assessment, Evaluation, Diagnosis, Prognosis, Intervention, Outcome)
1. Soft tissue lesion
2. Fractures of upper Limb (Including Hand Injury),
3. Fractures of lower limb,
4. Fractures of spine with/without Neurological condition
5. Degenerative/ Inflammatory arthritis of peripheral skeletal joint
6. Degenerative /inflammatory arthritis of Spine
7. Musculoskeletal condition of Hand & Foot
8. Amputation

1. Therapeutic Exercise - O‟Sullivan
2. Orthopaedic Physical Therapy - Donatelli
3. Cash‟s Textbook of Orthopedics & Rheumatology for Physiotherapists
4. Tidy‟s Physical Therapy
5. Manual Mobilization of Extremity Joints - Kaltenborn
6. Therapeutic Exercise: Foundations and Techniques - Kolby & Carolyn Kisner
7. Physical Rehabilitation - Susan O'sullivan
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1. Manual Therapy: Nags, Snags, MWMs, etc - 6th Edition Brian R Mulligan
2. Maitland's Peripheral Manipulation Elly Hengeveld
3. Neural tissue mobilization – Butler
4. Brukner & Khan's Clinical Sports Medicine - Peter Brukner, Karim Khan
(Mcgraw Medical)
5. Therapeutic Exercise: Moving Toward Function - Carrie M. Hall, Lori Thein Brody
6. Manual Mobilization of Extremity Joints -Kaltenborn
7. Neural Tissue Mobilization - Butler
8. Taping Techniques –Rose Mac Donald
9. Clinical Orthopaedic rehabilitation-Broadsman
THEORY Marks
100
* The question paper will give appropriate weightage to all the topics in the syllabus.
Section A –M.C.Qs. Q-1 -MCQs – based on MUST KNOW area [20 x 1=20] 20

Section B- S.A.Q.
30
Q-3- Answer any THREE out of FOUR [3 x 5 = 15]
* Based on topics- structured question based on ICF model

with emphasis to goal setting and treatment intervention
Q-4] L.A.Q. -15 marks
Section C -L.A.Q. Q-5] -15 marks
30
OR
Q-5] -15 marks
Total Marks 80
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Marks
PRACTICAL
a. Subjective and Physical Examination -10 marks
b. Evaluation and Physical therapy diagnosis (ICF) – 10
marks
LONG CASE c. Plan of care - Goal setting – 10 marks 45
d. Demonstration of any one important test and treatment
intervention on patient –15 marks
[Student will be evaluated in cognitive, psychomotor and
affective domains.]
Two Short cases on
Demonstrations of physiotherapy intervention skills 20
SHORT CASE
for effective patient management
(one traumatic & one cold case) 2 x 10 marks
5 spots - (5 x2 Marks= 10 Marks) 3 minutes for each spot
SPOTS X– ray of extremities and spine, Orthoses, Prostheses, Metal 10
Implant
Documentations- Assessment, Evaluation, Diagnosis, 5
JOURNAL
Prognosis, Intervention of Case along with ICF
Total Marks 80
1. Two examinations – Terminal and preliminary examination (Theory & Practical) of

80 marks each TOTAL - 160 marks
3. In Practicals of Terminal & Preliminary examinations, Spots will be of 15 marks
instead of 10 marks ( 3 marks X 5), No marks will be allotted for the journal in
4. Internal assessment (Theory) as per University pattern.
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NEUROPHYSIOTHERAPY
(Didactic 60 hrs + Clinical 140 hrs) TOTAL 200 HRS
COURSE DESCRIPTION:

the neuromuscular system along with the pathological changes and patho-mechanics of the
system. It discusses relevant tests and measures for determining impairment and differentiating
the diagnosis based on the specificity and sensitivity of the assessment instruments as related to
patients with disorders of the neuromuscular system.
Neurophysiotherapy curriculum emphasizes the selection and use of
measurement tools and management techniques based on the best available evidence.
Physiotherapy strategies for assessment and treatment address structural & functional
impairments and activity limitations of individuals and population (both adults & paediatric) in
the context of their personal needs/goals including participation restrictions and the environment
they live in. The permanence of many neurological impairments mandates that, where possible,
emphasis is placed on prognosis and criterion – referenced outcomes to establish realistic goals.
The therapeutic approach is patient and family focused with a
biopsychosocial emphasis that embraces inter professional collaboration and requires ongoing
communication, education and negotiation with the client, family, care giver and healthcare
team.
Sr. Topics Didactic Practical Total

1. APPLICATION OF ICF MODEL 02 002
2. THEORETICAL BASIS OF MOTOR 02 002

CONTROL AND LEARNING
3. ADAPTIVE SYSTEM : PLASTICITY 01 001
AND RECOVERY
GENERAL METHODS OF 04 004
STRENGTH TRAINING,FITNESS
AND PROMOTION OF SKILL
ACQUISITION
4. QUALITY OF LIFE SCALES AND 02 002
INDEPENDENCE MEASURE
5. PHYSIOTHERAPY MANAGEMENT
A. ADULT 37 095 132
B. PAEDIATRIC 17 040 057
TOTAL 65 135 200
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OBJECTIVES:
At the end of the course, student will
Cognitive:
a) Be able to identify and analyze movement dysfunction due to neuromuscular
skeletal disorders in terms of biomechanical and biophysical basis, correlate the
same with the health condition, routine electrophysiological, radiological and
biochemical investigations, and arrive at appropriate physical therapy diagnosis
using WHO-ICF with clinical reasoning.
b) Be able to plan realistic goals based on the knowledge of prognosis of the disease
of the nervous system and prescribe appropriate, safe evidence based
physiotherapy interventions with clinical reasoning.
c) Understand infection control principles, best practices and techniques applicable
to a range of setting where clients with neurological conditions would receive
physiotherapy services.
d) Know determinacy of health (environmental, nutritional, self-management/
behavioral factors) and chronic disease management principles related to
neurological health.
Psychomotor:
a) Be able to develop psychomotor skills to implement timely and appropriate
physiotherapy assessment tools/techniques to ensure a holistic approach to patient
evaluation in order to prioritize patient‟s problems.
b) Be able to select timely physiotherapeutic interventions to reduce morbidity and
physiotherapy management strategies, suitable for the patients‟ problems and
indicator conditions based on the best available evidence.
c) Implement appropriate neuro-physiotherapeutic approaches, electrotherapeutic
modalities, joint and soft tissue mobilizations and ergonomic advice for
neuromuscular skeletal systems, contextual factors to enhance performance of
activities and participation in society.
Affective:
a) Be able to develop behavioral skills and humanitarian approach while
communicating with patients, relatives, society and co-professionals, to promote
individual and community health.
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SYLLABUS

Topics
1. Features of ICF model (bio, psycho and social) to
plan efficient, effective and cost-contained short
term and long term goals to enhance functioning in 02 -- 02
a patient with health condition of nervous system.
a. Clinical utility of bi-directional relationships

among the ICF model‟s domain
b. Environment and Personal factors-
Facilitators and Barriers that affect
disablement and functioning
c. Capacity and Performance related Activities
and Participation to enhance Functioning
d. Set patient specific goals and expected
outcome with clinical reasoning
e. Documentation of disability and functioning
Red flags-recognizing signs and symptoms
2. Theoretical basis of motor control and learning to 02 -- 02

understand various neurophysiotherapeutic
approaches.
3. a. Plasticity of the intact brain
i. motor learning 01 -- 01
ii. training
iii. plasticity
Plasticity following brain lesion
nature of spontaneous recovery
effect of environment behavior and 02 02
recovery
adaptation of motor performance 02 -- 02
muscle adaptation
b. Strength training and physical conditioning in
neuro rehabilitation to optimize functional
performance
c. Skill acquisition in restoration of functional
performance
information, instruction, demonstration
feedback
practice
4. Quality of Life scales & Independence Measures 02 -- 02
The following topics are applicable to all conditions related to Neuromuscular

dysfunction throughout lifespan in acute care setting, hospital, chronic conditions at
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home and in community on the basis of:
1. Evaluation, interpretation of investigations and appropriate clinical reasoning for

Functional diagnosis (I.C.F.).
2. Evidence-based analysis of tools and techniques, (including Quality of Life
questionnaires), and planning, prescription & implementation of short term &
long term goals of Physiotherapy with appropriate documentation of the same.
3. Manifestation of movement dysfunction following disease or trauma of the
central or peripheral nervous system.
a. Bed mobility
b. lying to sitting
c. standing up and sitting down
d. walking
e. balance
f. reaching
g. manipulation
4. Selecting appropriate assessment/evaluation tools and techniques suitable for the
patients health condition and key indicators and interpret information obtained
demonstrating evidence based decision making-use of biomechanical measures,
generic scales/instruments to measure arousal, cognition, sensation, tone,
strength, locomotion and balance, upper extremity function, anxiety and
depression, quality of life and independence, Self assessment and self efficacy
scales and common disease specific scales.
GCS
Mini Mental State Examination
Ashworth scale
Gait-D.G.I.
Balance- BBS, Functional Arm Reach Test.
T.U.G.
Barthel A.D.L. index
SF – 36
Disease specific measures – S.T.R.E.A.M., Brunnstrom, Fugl–Meyer
assessment. A.S.I.A. Scale, U.P.D.R.S., E.D.S.S.
5 PHYSIOTHERAPY MANAGEMENT – ADULT
Planning of short term and long term goals in accordance with ICF for all the
conditions in neurosciences by doing detail assessment and appropriate outcome
measures and planning evidence based treatment program-for key indicator conditions

a. Stroke – cerebral circulation, types of stroke 08 10 18
and manifestations, assessment and
management
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b. Acquired brain injury; trauma and pathology 03 05 08
(S.O.L.)
c. Spinal cord disorders – traumatic and non – 04 08 12
traumatic, management including bladder
training
d. Peripheral neuropathies – traumatic & non 06 08 14
traumatic
- upper limb & lower limb
- brachial plexus
- nerve root lesions
- metabolic & endocrine
e. Vestibular disorders – central and peripheral 02 05 07
f. VII th cranial nerve 01 04 05

g. Demyelinating diseases - Multiple Sclerosis 02 05 07
& G.B. syndrome
h. Cerebellar diseases and Ataxia 02 10 12
i. Extrapyramidal diseases, with emphasis on 03 15 18
Parkinson‟s disease
j. Anterior Horn Cell diseases – heredity and 02 05 07
acquired e.g. M.N.D., P.M.A., S.M.A.,
Poliomyelitis
k. Myopathies 02 10 12
l. Disorders of A.N.S. – Horner‟s syndrome, 01 05 06
Hypo/Hypertension, Autonomic Dysreflexia
m. Psychosomatic pain & paralysis 01 05 06
Treatment programme includes:
1. Application of appropriate electro-therapeutic modes for relief of pain and
functional re-education with clinical reasoning.
2. Application of skills as Neurotherapeutic approaches (Brunnstrom, Roods,
Bobath, N.D.T., M.R.P., mental imagery, Constraint induced movement therapy,
learning transfers), co-ordination and balancing exercise by using techniques
based on neurophysiological principles.
3. Tools and adaptive equipments used for neuro-rehabilitation like Vestibular balls
Tilt boards, Bolsters, Wedges, Graded Benches, Therapeutic mats etc.
4. Application of transfer and functional re-education exercise, postural exercise and
gait training.
5. Bladder and bowel training
6. Developing a philosophy for caring
7. Prescription for appropriate orthotic devices and fabrication of temporary splints
8. Lifting techniques, wheel chair modifications, adaptive devices
9. Ergonomic advice for prevention/rehabilitation for the patients as well as for
parents/care givers education about handling of patients.
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PHYSIOTHERAPY MANAGEMENT – PAEDIATRIC
Knowledge of developmental neurology, plasticity in development,
Etiology, Pathophysiology of common neuropaediatric conditions, impairment, clinical
reasoning, goal setting & P.T. management. More emphasis should be given on
physiotherapy management skills.
1. Cerebral palsy 08 10 18
- etiology and type
- assessment
- differential diagnosis
- management
2. Down‟s syndrome 01 05 06
3. Neural tube defects : Spina Bifida and 02 10 12
Hydrocephalus
4. Brachial plexus injuries 01 02 03
5. Infectious disorders 01 01 02
6. Post Poliomyelitis Residual Paralysis 01 01 02
7. D.M.D. & other Myopathies 01 05 06
8. S.M.A. / H.S.M.N. 01 01 02
9. Pediatric extra pyramidal disorders 01 05 06
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CLINICAL
SUPERVISED CLINICAL PRACTICE:
During the supervised clinical practice, student should be able to successfully
execute the competencies in assessment, physical diagnosis on ICF basis, plan of care and
therapeutic interventions relating to neuromuscular dysfunctions. Student should become
familiar with performance of these skills in all settings (inpatient and outpatient) as well as on
all types of conditions (surgical, non-surgical, pediatric and geriatric). Student should learn to
objectively perform these skills under the supervision of trained physical therapists. Student is
required to keep a performance record of all listed competencies during the clinical practice
and successfully perform on real patients during the final evaluation of the course.
A] COMPETENCY IN ASSESMENT AND CLINICAL REASONING :

Student should be able to apply the ICF framework in selecting
measurement tools to ensure a holistic approach to evaluation of body structure and function,
activities , participation; and select and administer assessment/evaluation tools and techniques
suitable for the patient‟s problems and condition(s) based on the best available evidence and
interpret the information obtained demonstrating evidence-based decision-making and safe
handling technique such as:
2. Assessment of Neuromuscular dysfunction.
3. Interpretation of Radiological, Electrophysiological, Hematological and Biochemical
investigations.
4. Identification and quantification of environmental and home barriers and facilitators
5. Identification and analysis of body mechanics during self-care, home management,
work, community, tasks, or leisure activities.
6. Identification and analysis of ergonomic performance during work (job/school/play):
7. Assessment of Quality of Life through use of appropriate questionnaire and generic or
disease-specific scales (nice to know)
8. Identification and prioritization of impairments in body functions and structures, and
activity limitations and participation restrictions to determine specific body function
and structure, and activities and participation towards which the intervention will be
directed
10. Determine the predicted level of optimal functioning and the time required to achieve
that level.
11. Recognize barriers that may impact the achievement of optimal functioning within a
predicted time frame and ways to overcome them when possible.
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B] COMPETENCY IN DEVELOPING PLAN OF CARE:

2. Design a Plan of Care with measurable, prioritized and time bound functional goals
(short-term and long-term)
3. Consult patient and/or caregivers to develop a mutual agreement regarding the plan of
care.
5. Select the interventions that are safe, realistic and meet the specified functional goals
and outcomes in the plan of care: - (a) identify precautions and contraindications, (b)
provide evidence for patient-centered interventions that are identified and selected, (c)
define the specificity of the intervention (time, intensity, duration, and frequency).
6. Measure and monitor patient response to intervention and modify elements of the plan
of care and goals in response to changing patient/client status, as needed.
disability.
C] COMPETENCY IN PHYSIOTHERAPEUTIC INTERVENTION:
Important influences on neuromuscular physiotherapy management choices may include but

not limited to:
1. Diverse settings of care including critical, acute, long term, rehabilitation, and
community care;
2. Lifespan issues ranging from the neonatal stage to those associated with aging
3. Life style modification for diseases and for prevention.
4. Skill of application of physical and electrical agents for relief of acute & chronic pain
and swelling.
5. Facilitation, re-education and training of muscle strength, endurance & motor control,
posture and gait through skillful use of various therapeutic exercise techniques with
appropriate therapeutic gymnasium equipment.
6. Skill of application of Neurotherapeutic modes of improving neuromuscular strength,
endurance, movement control, coordination.
7. Functional training in self care, home, work (job, school and play), community and
leisure activities
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CLINICAL SKILLS:
Learning of facilitatory and inhibitory Neurotherapeutic techniques related to adult and

paediatric neurological conditions
Sensory testing – Sensory Re-education
MMT / voluntary control – muscle re-education
Use of appropriate electrical modalities for muscle reeducation / pain relief
Management of tone
Postural assessment & postural correction
Transfer training
Functional re-education
Gait assessment- gait training
Co-ordination testing & training
Strategies for balance training
Fitness training for patients having neurological problems.
Use of outcome measures & quality of life questionnaire.
Presentation & documentation of 8 cases for patient management using ICF model as
following:
1) U.M.N. lesion – 4 cases: Stroke / S.C.I. / Traumatic brain injury / Degenerative
disorders / Demyelinating disorders etc...
2) L.M.N. lesion – 2 cases: Peripheral nerve injuries / Brachial plexus injury / G.B.S. etc.
3) Pediatric neuro-2 cases: C.P. / Myopathies / Meningoceole etc.
RECOMMENDED TEXT BOOKS:

1. Cash‟s Text book for Physio Therapist in Neurological disorders-Jaypee bros.
2. Proprioceptive Neuro muscular Facilitation – Herman Kabat
3. Practical Physical Therapy – Margaret Hollis
4. Therapeutic exercise – O‟Sullivan
5. “Right in the middle” – Patricia Davis
6. Stroke rehabilitation – Margaret Johnstone
7. Paediatric Physiotherapy – Roberta Shepherd.
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RECOMMENDED REFERENCE BOOKS:
1. Neurological rehabilitation – Darcy Umphred
2. Paediatric physical therapy – Stephen Tecklin
3. Brain‟s disorders of Nervous system
4. Paediatric Physiotherapy – Sophie Levitt
Neurological Rehabilitation - Optimising Motor Performance – Carr and Shepherd
THEORY Marks
100
Section A –M.C.Qs. Q-1 - MCQs – based on MUST KNOW area [20x 1=20] 20

Section B- S.A.Q.
30
* Based on topics- structured question based on ICF model

with emphasis to goal setting and treatment intervention
Q-4] L.A.Q Compulsory
U.M.N. condition (adult / paediatric)) - 15 marks

Section C -L.A.Q.
30
Q-5] L.M.N. condition (adult / paediatric) - 15 marks
OR
Q-5] L.M.N. condition (adult / paediatric) - 15 marks
L.A.Q. should give break up of 15 marks e.g. [ 3 +5+7]
Total Marks 80
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Marks
PRACTICAL
b. Evaluation and Physical therapy diagnosis (ICF)
– 10 marks
intervention on patient – 15 marks
[To be evaluated in cognitive, psychomotor and
affective domains.]
Two Short cases on
SHORT CASE
for effective patient management 2 x 10 marks
5 spots - (5 x2 Marks= 10 Marks) 3 minutes for each spot

SPOTS 10
E.M.G./N.C. Studies / Orthoses/ Prostheses & Neurological
assessment, Scales
JOURNAL
Prognosis, Intervention of Case along with I.C.F.
Total Marks 80

instead of 10 marks ( 3 marks X 5), No marks will be allotted for the journal in
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CARDIO-VASCULAR & RESPIRATORY
PHYSIOTHERAPY
(INCLUDING CRITICAL CARE)
(Didactic–60HRS + Clinical 140HRS) TOTAL 200 HRS
COURSE DESCRIPTION:

the Cardiovascular and Respiratory system along with pathological changes and patho-
mechanics of the system. It discusses relevant tests and measures for determining impairment
and differentiating the diagnosis based on the specificity and sensitivity of the assessment
instruments as related to patients with disorders of the Cardiovascular and Respiratory system.
Cardiovascular and Respiratory Physiotherapy focuses on
maximizing functional independence and well-being. This course uses a patient-centered model
of care with multi-system assessment, evidence based interventions and a significant patient
education component to promote healthy active lifestyle and community-based living. The
candidate will have a sound understanding of theory, scientific evidence and best practices in the
areas of the Cardio vascular and Respiratory System including critical care, Psychosocial
Sciences, Movement Sciences and Physiotherapy.
Sr. Didactic Practical/Lab Total

Topics
1 REVIEW OF BASIC APPLIED 3 3
ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY
2 INVESTIGATION AND EXERCISE 4 10 14
TESTING
3 EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGY 5 10 15
4 PHYSIOTHERAPY SKILLS 8 34 42
5 APPLICATION OF ICF MODEL 2 2
6 PHYSIOTHERAPY MANAGEMENT 20 53 73
7 CARDIAC REHABILITATION 4 10 14
8 PULMONARY REHABILITATION 2 5 7
9 ICU EVALUATION & MANAGEMENT 8 12 20
10 INTRODUCTION TO FUNCTIONAL 2 1 3
SCALES
11 BASIC LIFE SUPPORT (C.P.C.R.) 2 5 7
TOTAL 60 140 200
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OBJECTIVES:
At the end of the course, the student will be able to:
Cognitive:
a. Identify and analyze cardio-vascular & pulmonary dysfunction in terms of bio-
mechanical, and Bio-physical basis and correlate the same with the Health condition,
routine electrophysiological, radiological, and biochemical investigations and arrive at
appropriate Physical therapy diagnosis using WHO-ICF tool (Disability, Functioning and
contextual factors) with clinical reasoning.
b. Plan, prescribe appropriate, safe physiotherapy interventions with clinical reasoning

for and prevention of impairments, activity limitations, participation restrictions and
environmental barriers related to cardio-vascular & pulmonary dysfunction in acute care
settings, at home , work place, in society & in leisure activities.
Psychomotor:
a. Utilise skills such as executing exercise tests, PFT, Ankle brachial index, arterial &
venous insufficiency tests
b. Utilise psychomotor skills to implement appropriate bronchial hygiene therapy,
therapeutic exercise, electrotherapeutic modalities, CPCR, Intensive (critical) care, joint
and soft tissue mobilisations, offering ergonomic & energy conservation advice for
patients with cardio-vascular & pulmonary dysfunction.
c. Utilise the knowledge about contextual factors to enhance capacity and performance of
activities and participation in society
d. Utilise the skill to deliver cardiac, pulmonary & vascular rehabilitation
Affective:
a. Develop behavioral skills and humanitarian approach while communicating with

patients, relatives, society at large and co-professionals
b. Develop bed side behavior, respect & maintain patients‟ confidentiality
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SYLLABUS
Total
Sr. Didactic Practical/ Lab
Topics Hours
No. Hours Hours
1 REVIEW OF BASIC APPLIED ANATOMY & 3 3

PHYSIOLOGY
a. Pulmonary Anatomy & Physiology

b. Cardiac anatomy & Physiology
c. Cardiac and Respiratory Pharmacology
d. Biomechanics of Thorax (Revision)
2 INVESTIGATION AND EXERCISE TESTING 4 10 14
a. Investigation & Clinical Implication - X-ray,

PFT,ABG,ECG, ABI, claudication time,
pulses, auscultation, postural hypotension
b. Stress testing
i. 6 Minute Walk test & Harward Step test
Skill & Interpretation
ii. Shuttle Walk Test & Modified Bruce
Protocol (should be interpretation only)
3 EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGY 5 10 15
a. Nutrition(Bioenergetics)
b. Total energy expenditure (MET) sources
c. Acute and chronic adaptation to exercise
d. Complication of bed rest/ Immobilization
& prevention
e. Aerobic & Anaerobic Training,
f. Principles of Exercise Prescription
159
Total
Sr. Didactic Practical/ Lab
Topics Hours
No. Hours Hours
4 PHYSIOTHERAPY SKILLS 8 34 42
a. Bronchial Hygiene Therapy- Postural

Drainage, Forced Expiratory
Technique,ACBT,Autogenic Drainage
b. Adjunct Therapy – Flutter & PEP Therapy
c. Therapeutic positioning to improve
ventilation & perfusion matching,
d. Therapeutic positioning to alleviate
dyspnoea
e. Nebulisation & Humidification,
f. Lung Expansion Therapy
g. Neurophysiologic facilitation of respiration
h. Electrotherapeutic modalities for pain,
swelling, &wound healing.
i. Therapeutic exercise program to alleviate
pain, to achieve mobility, to correct posture
and improve peripheral circulation.
j. Therapeutic exercise program to strengthen
respiratory muscles
k. Deliver Ergonomic advice, energy
conservation advice, Home exercise
Program, & modifications of contextual
factors.
l. Applied Yoga in Cardio-respiratory
conditions
5 APPLICATION OF ICF MODEL 2 - 2
a. To plan effective Short term and long term

goals to enhance functioning of
Cardiovascular & Respiratory Dysfunction
b. Set patient specific goals and expected
outcome within time frame with clinical
reasoning
c. Documentation
160
Sr.
Didactic Practical/Lab Total
No. Topics
Hours Hours Hours
6 PHYSIOTHERAPY MANAGEMENT in : 20 53 73
a. Medical & Surgical Cardiovascular 4 5 9

Diseases
i. Hypertension
ii. I.H.D. , Myocardial Infarction
iii. Valvular Heart Disease
iv. Congenital
v. Acquired
vi. Thrombosis, Phlebitis and
Phlebothrombosis
vii. Varicose Veins and ulcers
viii. Other Arterial disorders
b. Obstructive & Restrictive Respiratory 2 10 12
disorders
i. Bronchitis
ii. Emphysema
iii. Bronchial Asthma
iv. Cystic Fibrosis
v. Occupational lung diseases
vi. Interstitial Lung Diseases
c. General Respiratory Infection 2 10 12
i. Tuberculosis
ii. Pneumonia
iii. Lung Abscess
iv. Bronchiectasis
v. Pneumothorax
vi. Hydropneumothorax
vii. Atelectasis
viii. Pleuritis
ix. Pleural Effusion
x. Empyema & other Pleural Disorders
d. Neonatal & Paediatric Respiratory 2 4 6
Infection
i. ARDS
ii. Meconium aspiration
iii. Pneumonitis
iv. Pneumonia
v. Childhood Asthma
vi. Cystic fibrosis and chronic lung
. disease
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Sr.
Didactic Practical/Lab Total
No. Topics
Hours Hours Hours
e. Pulmonary Surgeries 2 4 6
Traumatic and Surgical conditions of
Chest, Lung, Pleura and Mediastinum
f. General abdominal & Oncological 2 5 7
Surgeries
i. Pre and Post Operative care
ii. Complication & Management.
g. Burns (Head Face neck & thoracic, 1 5 6
inhalation burns)
Acute care Management Only
h. Diabetic & Vascular Ulcers/ 2 4 6

Amputations (Stump care only)
i. Metabolic Syndrome 2 4 6
i. Diabetes (Mellitus & Insipidus)
ii. Obesity
j. Musculoskeletal dysfunction 1 2 3
i. Flail chest
ii. Scoliosis
iii. Kyphosis
7 CARDIAC REHABILITATION 4 10 14
( A.H.A./A.C.S.M. guidelines)
a. Definition,
b. Indications, Contraindications
c. Phases( I,II,III,& IV)
d. Outcome Measures
8 PULMONARY REHABILITATION 2 5 7
(A.A.C.V.P.R. /A.T.S. guidelines)
a. Definition,
b. Indications
c. Contraindications
d. Components of management
e. Outcome measures
9 I.C.U. EVALUATION & MANAGEMENT 8 12 20
a. Basic evaluation
b. Principles of ICU Monitoring
c. Mechanical Ventilator modes
d. Suctioning & Humidification
e. Therapeutic intervention in
i. Tetanus, Head Injury,

ii. Pulmonary Oedema,
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iii. Multiple Organ Failure,
iv. Neuromuscular Disease,
v. Smoke Inhalation,
vi. Poisoning,
vii. Aspiration near Drowning,
viii. A.R.D.S.
ix. Shock
x. Guillan Barre Syndrome
xi. Spinal Cord Injury & Other Acute
respiratory Disorders
10 INTRODUCTION TO FUNCTIONAL 2 1 3
SCALES
a. Generic and disease specific
b. Patient‟s perception of his disability and
functioning and correlating the same with
therapist evaluation
11 BASIC LIFE SUPPORT (C.P.C.R.) 2 5 7
S. No. PRACTICAL
1 Positioning, breathing control strategies (e.g. Pursed Lip Breathing, Sustained
Maximal Inspiration, deep breathing), ventilator muscle training. Relaxation training,
positioning, early mobilization.
2 Airway clearance techniques, Suctioning, use of mechanical assistive devices (e.g.
Positive Expiratory Pressure, Flutter, Vest, etc.), postural drainage and percussions,
coughing maneuvers, medication delivery e.g. Nebulization ,oxygen
3 Physical handling Techniques (e.g. positioning and donning, doffing, fitting and
adjusting Stockings for vascular disorders, bandaging , dressing, taping, splints and
orthotics pertaining to cardiovascular and pulmonary impairments)
4 PNF for breathing facilitation and inhibition.
5 Ability to use a variety of exercise/movement equipment (e.g. treadmill, heart rate
monitor, Oximeter, pressure biofeedback unit, free weights, balance boards,
theraballs, etc)
6 Prescription and education: aerobic, endurance and interval exercise training,
resistance (strength, Endurance and power) training, flexibility training. Formulating
cardiac, pulmonary rehabilitation programme
7 Develop skills to monitor compliance of the client in executing rehabilitation
program & identifying comorbid & contextual factors affecting it.
8 Familiarity and skill of use of various monitoring and treatment equipments in ICU.
9 Use of physical and electrical agents for pain relief and wound care
10 Skill of administering basic life support
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A] COMPETENCY IN ASSESMENT AND CLINICAL REASONING :

Student should be able to apply the ICF framework in selecting measurement tools to ensure a
holistic approach to evaluation of body structure and function, activities , participation; and
select and administer assessment/evaluation tools and techniques suitable for the patient‟s
problems and condition(s) based on the best available evidence and interpret the information
obtained demonstrating evidence-based decision-making and safe handling technique such as:
2. Assessment of Cardiovascular &Respiratory dysfunction.
3. Interpretation of Radiological, Haematological and Biochemical investigations.
4. Aerobic fitness and Functional performance testing as appropriate
5. Identification and quantification of environmental and home barriers and facilitators
6. Identification and analysis of body mechanics during self-care, home management, work,
community, tasks, or leisure activities.
7. Identification and analysis of ergonomic performance during work (job/school/play)
8. Assessment of Quality of Life through use of appropriate questionnaire and generic or

disease-specific scales (nice to know)
9. Identification and prioritization of impairments in body functions and structures, and

activity limitations and participation restrictions to determine specific body function and
structure, and activities and participation towards which the intervention will be
directed.
11. Determine the predicted level of optimal functioning and the time required to achieve
that level.
12. Recognize barriers that may influence the achievement of optimal functioning within a
predicted period and devise ways to overcome them when possible.
164
B] COMPETENCY IN DEVELOPING PLAN OF CARE:

2. Design a Plan of Care with measurable, prioritized and time bound functional goals
(short-term and long-term)
3. Consult patient and/or caregivers to develop a mutual agreement regarding the plan of
care.
5. Select the interventions that are safe, realistic and meet the specified functional goals and
outcomes in the plan of care: (a) identify precautions and contraindications, (b) provide
evidence for identified and selected patient-centered interventions that are identified and
selected, (c) define the specificity of the intervention (time, intensity, duration, and
frequency).
6. Measure and monitor patient response to intervention and modify elements of the plan of
care and goals in response to changing patient/client status, as needed.
disability.
C] COMPETENCY IN PHYSIOTHERAPEUTIC INTERVENTION:
Important influences on Cardiovascular & Respiratory physiotherapy management choices

may include but not limited to:
1. Diverse settings of care including critical, acute, long term, rehabilitation, and community
care
2. Lifespan issues ranging from the neonatal stage to those associated with aging;
3. Life style modification for diseases and for prevention.
4. Skill of application of physical and electrical agents for relief of acute & chronic pain and
swelling.
5. Facilitation, re-education and training of muscle strength, endurance & motor control,
posture and gait through skilful use of various therapeutic exercise techniques with
appropriate therapeutic gymnasium equipment.
6. Skill of application of therapeutic modes of improving cardiovascular & respiratory
performance. Functional training in self care, home, work (job, school and play),
community and leisure activities
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Documentation:
Presentation & Documentation of 8 cases for patient management using ICF Model as
following:
1. Medical Respiratory condition
2. Paediatric respiratory condition
3. Thoracic Surgical condition
4. Cardiac Medical condition
5. Cardiac Surgical condition
6. Peripheral vascular disorders
7. Burns of Head, Neck & Face (Acute phase only)
8. Abdominal surgical condition

1. Cash‟s Textbook for Physiotherapists in Chest, Heart & Vascular diseases
2. Cash‟s text book in General Medicine & Surgical conditions for Physiotherapists
3. Chest Physical therapy & pulmonary rehabilitation -- Donna Frown Filter
4. Brompton‟s hospital guide
5. Physiotherapy in respiratory and cardiac problem - Pryor and Prasad
6. Physiotherapy in Cardio – Vascular rehabilitation – Webber
7. Chest physiotherapy in intensive care Colin Mackenzie
8. Mechanical ventilation – Ashfaq Hasan
9. Management of Mechanical ventilation – Pierce
1. Exercise & the Heart – Wenger
2. ECG – P.J. Mehta
3. Cardiopulmonary Physical Therapy -- Irwin Scott
4. Fundamental of respiratory care - Egan‟s
5. Essential of cardio pulmonary physical therapy – Hillgass And Sodosky
6. Exercise physiology, energy, nutrition and human performance – M‟cardle
7. Exercise testing and prescription - Skinner
8. Exercise in health and disease-Pollock
166
THEORY Marks
100
Section A –M.C.Qs. Q-1 -MCQs – based on MUST KNOW area [20x1= 20] 20
Section B- S.A.Q.
30
Q-3- answer any THREE out of FOUR [3 x 5 = 15]
* Based on topics - ICF model.

Q-5] (RESPIRATORY SYSTEM) - 15 marks 30
Section C-L.A.Q.
OR
Q-5] (CARDIO VASCULAR SYSTEM) - 15 marks
L.A.Q. should give break up of 15 marks – e.g. [ 3 +5+7]
Total Marks 80
Marks
PRACTICAL
b. Evaluation and Physical therapy diagnosis (ICF)
– 10 marks
intervention on patient – 15 marks
[Student will be evaluated in cognitive, psychomotor
and affective domains.]
Two Short cases on
SHORT CASE
for effective patient management 2 x 10 marks
(5 spots x 2 Marks = 10 Marks) 10

SPOTS
Chest/Cardiac X-ray, ABG, PFT, ECG, Adjunct/devices
JOURNAL
Prognosis, Intervention of Case along with ICF
Total Marks 80
instead of 10 marks (3 marks X 5). No marks will be allotted for the journal in
Terminal & Preliminary examinations.
167
COMMUNITY PHYSIOTHERAPY
(Didactic 85 hrs + Clinical 115 hrs) TOTAL 200 HRS
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
Community Physiotherapy describes the roles & responsibilities of
the Physiotherapist as an efficient member of the society. This component introduces the
Physiotherapist to a proactive preventive oriented philosophy for optimization & betterment of
health.
Community Physiotherapy is not apart from the other sections of
Physiotherapy described in this syllabus. In fact, it is the in-depth application of these same
aspects viz. Musculoskeletal, Neurological & Cardio Vascular & Respiratory to the entire
society. This is done by understanding the sections & sub sections of the societies, the national &
international health policies, role of Government & Non Government Organizations.
The applications of Community Physiotherapy are not limited to
conditions & dysfunctions but as attributed to promotion of Health & rehabilitation in
Communities like Elderly, Women, and Occupational Health etc.
Didactic Clinical Total

Sr. No. Topic
Hours Hours Hours
1 HEALTH PROMOTION 10 15 25
2 WOMEN’S HEALTH 20 20 40
3 GERIATRICS HEALTH 20 20 40
4 REHABILITATION 11 20 31
5 HEALTHCARE DELIVERY & DISASTER 04 - 04
MANAGEMENT
6 INDUSTRIAL HEALTH 20 20 40
7 SYNOPSIS - 20 20
TOTAL 85 115 200
OBJECTIVES:
At the end of the course the student shall:
Cognitive:
Be able to describe:
a) The general concepts about health, disease and physical fitness.
b) Physiology of aging process and its influence on physical fitness.
c) National policies for the rehabilitation of disabled – role of PT.
d) The strategies to access prevalence and incidence of various conditions responsible for
increasing morbidity in the specific community – role of PT in reducing morbidity,
expected clinical and functional recovery, reasons for non-compliance in specific
community environment & solution for the same.
e) The evaluation of disability and planning for prevention and rehabilitation.
f) Rehabilitation in urban and rural set up.
g) Able to be a part of decision making team regarding the policies for the welfare of special
communities & on issues of disability
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Psychomotor:
a) Be able to identify with clinical reasoning the prevailing contextual {e.g. environmental
and psycho-social cultural} factors, causing high risk responsible for various
dysfunctions and morbidity related to sedentary life style and specific community like
women, children, aged as well as industrial workers and describe planning strategies of
interventional policies to combat such problems at community level.
b) Be able to gain the ability to collaborate with other health professionals for effective
service delivery & community satisfaction
c) Utilize the research methodology knowledge for formulation of a research question
(synopsis)
Affective:
Be an empathetic health professional, especially for those in the community, who is away
from the health institutions and having difficulty in healthcare access
SYLLABUS
Didactic
Field Total
Sr. No. Topics Hours
Hours Hours
1 HEALTH PROMOTION 15 25
10
a. W.H.O. definition of health and disease. 01
b. Health Delivery System – 3 tier 01
c. Physical Fitness: definition and 08

evaluation related to:
i. Effect in Growing Age 02
ii. Effect in Obesity 02
iii. Physical Fitness in women - Pregnancy, 02

Menopause, Osteoporosis
iv. Physiology of Aging – Related to 02
physiological changes in Aging
Preventive Measures in all the above groups of community with
their related complications of physiological changes, growth,
degenerative changes and lifestyle diseases.
169
Didactic Field Total
Sr. No. Topics
Hours Hours Hours
2 WOMEN’S HEALTH 20 20 40
a. Women in India. 1
b. Social issue having impact on physical 1
Function.
c. Legal rights and benefits related to health. 1
d. Anatomical & Physiological variations 8
associated with pregnancy & menopause.
e. Antenatal, post natal care, advice on labour 4
positions, pain relief.
f. Urogenital dysfunction, prolapse, 5
incontinence, malignancy and their
therapeutic interventions.
3 GERIATRICS 20 20 40
a. Senior citizens in India 1
b. NGO‟s and Health related Legal rights and 1
benefits for the elderly.
c. Institutionalized & Community dwelling 1
elders
d. Theories of Aging 3
e. Physiology of ageing: Musculoskeletal, 12
neurological, Cardio respiratory, metabolic
changes
f. Scheme of evaluation & role of PT in 2
Geriatrics.
4 CONCEPTS OF REHABILITATION 11 20 31
a. Disability- evaluation, types, prevention. 2
b. Rehabilitation- definition, types {Institutional, 1
Reach out and Community}
c. National policies for rehabilitation of 1
d. Rehab Team work: Medical practitioner, P.T. / 2
O.T., A.S.T., P.&O., Clinical psychologist, and
vocational counselors and social workers.
e. CBR – Role of Physiotherapy & 1
Physiotherapist
f. CBR strategies in: 4
i. Urban area e.g. UHC, community centre,
clubs, mahila mandals, Social centers,
Schools, industries, sports centers.
ii. Rural area- by using PHC / rural hospital,
district hospital infrastructure. Loco motor
aids using local resources.
5 INTRODUCTION TO DISASTER 2 2
MANAGEMENT
170
Didactic Field Total
Sr. No. Topics
Hours Hours Hours
6 INDUSTRIAL HEALTH 20 20 40
a. Introduction to Industrial Health: Definition, 4
Model of Industrial Therapy (Traditional
Medical & Industrial Model)
b. Worker Care Spectrum:
i. Ability Management – Job analysis:- Job 5
description, Job demand Analysis, Task
Analysis, Ergonomics Evaluation, Injury
Prevention, Employee Fitness Program.
ii. Disability Management: - Acute care, 5
Concept of Functional Capacity assessment,
Work Conditioning, Work Hardening.
iii. Environmental stress in the industrial area 3
– accidents due to
a) Physical agents e.g. heat/cold, light, noise,
vibration, UV radiation, ionizing radiation.
b) Chemical agents- inhalation, local action
and ingestion.
c) Mechanical hazards-overuse/fatigue
injuries due to ergonomic alternation and
ergonomic evaluation of work place.
iv. Mechanical stresses: 3
a) Sedentary table work-executive‟s clerk.
b) Inappropriate seating arrangement-vehicle
drivers.
c) Constant standing- watchman, defense
forces, surgeons.
d) Over execution in labourer‟s-stress
management.
e) Psychological hazards e.g. monotonicity
and dissatisfaction in job, anxiety of work
completion with quality, Role of PT. in
industrial set up and stress management
relaxation modes.
PROJECT SYNOPSIS
Students have to select a study to be done under the guidance of a teacher of any subject
related to physiotherapy. After the finalization of the topic, he/ she has to decide the
methodology of the study to be done (which has to be undertaken during the internship)
Student will present defend the synopsis of this study to be done during the University
Practical examination of Community Physiotherapy.
171
CLINICAL - 115 hrs
1 UHC & PHC visits, Industrial Visit, Geriatric Home Visit
2 Institutional adoption of close by area/ vicinity.
3 Perform surveys in adopted localities for ANC, disability, exercises & health promotion,
preventive aspects for smoking/ alcohol/ drugs in youth etc.
4 Students may make a case dependent evaluation proforma/ questionnaire.
1. Physiotherapy in Gynecological & Obstetrical conditions –Mantle

2. Therapeutic Exercise – Kisner
3. Text book of Community Health for Physiotherapists – Bhaskar Rao
4. Geriatrics Physiotherapy – Andrew Guccione
5. Industrial Therapy – Glenda Key
6. Text of Physiotherapy for obstetrics and Gynecology – G.B. Madhuri &Pruthvish
1. Mural K F –Ergonomics: Man in his working environment

2. Exercise Physiology- Mc‟Ardle
3. Musculoskeletal Disorders in work place: Principle & Practice- Nordin
4. Andersons Pope
5. Indian Social Problem Vol 2 – G R Madan
6. Status of Disabled in India -2000-RCI publication
7. Legal Rights of disabled in India- Gautam Bannerjee
8. ICF –WHO Health Organisation 2001 publication
9. Preventive &Social Medicine – Park
10. Training in the Community for the people with disability – Hallender Padmini Mendes
11. Disabled Village Children-- David Werner
12. Chorin C& M Desai, C Gonsalves, 1999, Women & the Law, Vol. I & II Socio - legal
Information Centre Mumbai
13. Astrand P A Rodahe K- Text book of Work Physiology
14. Women‟s Health – Sapsford
172
THEORY Marks
100
Q-1 -MCQs – based on MUST KNOW area [ 1 x 20]
Section A-M.C.Qs. [Rehab - 4, Women‟s Health- 4, Health Promotion - 4, 20
Geriatrics - 4, Industrial - 4.]
Q-2 - Answer any FIVE out of SIX [5x 3 = 15]
Section B- S.A.Q.
30
* Based on topics - Health Promotion / Women‟s Health

/Geriatrics /Industrial Health.
Q-5] - 15 marks 30
Section C-L.A.Q.
OR
Q-5] - 15 marks
Total Marks 80
Marks
PRACTICAL
Rehabilitation/ Women‟s Health / Geriatric/ Industrial Health /
LONG CASE 50
Health Promotion.
(Synopsis can be on any topic to be done during Internship
project/ monogram (Musculoskeletal, Neurosciences, Cardio
PROJECT 25
Respiratory or Community).
SYNOPSIS
[Introduction, Aims & Objectives, Methods & Methodology &
Review of Literature Expected]
1. 1 cases each of Rehabilitation, Health Promotion,
Industrial Health, Women‟s Health & Geriatrics
(Total 5 cases only) 5
JOURNAL
2. Documentation of visits (Minimum One) to either
Industry, Geriatric Home, Community assessment
Total Marks 80
173

2 Internal Assessment (Theory) as per University pattern.
3. A. Practical examination for Terminal examination to be taken with 2 Long Cases of
40 marks each.
B. Practical examination for Preliminary examination to be taken with 1 Long Case
of 50 marks & Project Synopsis for 30 marks.
174
PRINCIPLES OF BIOENGINEERING
(Didactic 27 hrs + Practical /Laboratory-03 hrs) TOTAL 30 HRS
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
The course is designed to give knowledge & application of
biomechanical principles related to Orthotics & Prosthetics. Students will also learn the principles
of the prescription & the checkout procedures of aids & appliances as per the physical dysfunction
of the person. They will learn to fabricate simple splints.
OBJECTIVES:
At the end of the course, the candidate shall
Cognitive:
a) Acquire knowledge about biomechanical principles of application of variety of aids &
appliances used for ambulation, protection & prevention.
b) Acquire in brief knowledge about various material used for splints/ Orthoses & prostheses
and their selection criteria
Psychomotor:
Acquire the skill of fabrication of simple splints made out of Low cost material
SYLLABUS
Didactic
Sr. No. TOPIC
Hours
1. Introduction to bioengineering-
Classification of Aids & appliances (Splints/ Orthoses for spine,
1
upper & lower limb; Prostheses for Lower limbs & Upper limbs)
2. Biomechanical principles in designing of appliances &

assessment; Procedures for static & dynamic alignment
26
of the Orthoses & Prostheses:
a. Introduction to Orthotics, Solid Ankle foot Orthoses (AFO) 1

b. Articulated AFO, Various Shoe modifications 1
c. Knee Ankle Foot Orthoses (KAFO) 1
d. Knee Orthoses (KO) 1
e. Hip Knee Ankle Foot orthoses (HKAFO), Hip Orthoses
1
(HO)
175
Sr. No. TOPIC Didactic
Hours
f. Fracture Bracing and Flexible Lumbo-sacral Orthoses (LSO)
and Thoraco-Lumbo-sacral Orthoses (TLSO)
1
g. Rigid TLSOs and Cervical Orthoses (CO) 1

h. Orthotic mgmt. of Scoliosis, Milwaukee and low profile
scoliosis orthoses, Scheuermann‟s Kyphosis & Osteoporosis 1
i. Orthoses for LBP, Introduction to Upper limb Orthotics and

Shoulder orthoses (SO) 1
j. Shoulder (SO),Elbow Orthoses (EO) & Wrist Hand Orthoses 2

(WHO)
k. Introduction to Gait in relation to the use of Orthoses /
1
Prostheses
l. Prosthetic management of Forefoot amputees 1
m. Prosthetic management of Syme‟s and hind foot Amputees 1
n. Below Knee Prosthesis & Prosthetic foot pieces 1
o. Alignment of Below Knee Prosthesis and gait deviations 1

p. Prosthetic Knees and Knee Disarticulation mgmt.
q. Above Knee Prosthesis, alignment, gait deviations

1
r. AK Checkouts, Prosthetic mgmt. of Hip Disarticulation,
hemipelvectomy, Bilateral amputees and Congenital cases 1
s. Introduction to Upper Limb Prosthetics, Prosthetic mgmt. of

Partial Hand amputees 2
t. Cosmetic Prostheses for all levels of Amputations 1

u. Task Specific Prostheses, Prosthetic mgmt. of Wrist
Disarticulation, Myoelectric Below Elbow prosthesis 2
v. Body Powered Below Elbow Prostheses and it‟s components

1
w. Harnessing in BE 1
x. Prosthetic mgmt. of Elbow Disarticulation and Above Elbow
Amputation. 1
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3. Project:
Temporary splints: To fabricate ONE splint each [to use P.O.P,
aluminum strips /sheets /wires rubber bands, Rexin, Orfit,etc]
Splinting- Practical Demonstration of the following

a) Cock up (dorsal/volar )
b) Outrigger,
c) Opponence splint 3
d) Anterior and posterior guard splints for gait training,
e) Foot drop splint
f) Facial splint
g) Mallet Finger Splint
h) C bar for 1st web space of hand

1. Orthotics in Functional Rehabilitation of Lower limb- Deborah A. Nawoczenski,
Marcia E. Epler
2. Orthotics –clinical Practice and Rehabilitation Technology- Published by-
Churchill Livingstone
3. Atlas of Orthotics- Biomechanical principles and application (American Academy
of Orthopedic Surgeons)- The C. V. Mosby Company
THEORY ONLY: 50 MARKS Marks

syllabus.
SAQ-to answer any FIVE out of SIX [5 x 3 ] 15

Section-B-Q-2 & Q3
SAQ – to answer any THREE out of FOUR [3 x 5 ] 15
Total Marks 50

C = less than50%.
177
RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND BIOSTATISTICS
[DIDACTIC: 30 HRS]
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
To provide the students with the necessary concepts of statistics to
enable them to realize a research project in the field of Physiotherapy. It involves selection of
appropriate statistical techniques to address questions of medical and physiotherapeutic relevance;
selects and applies appropriate statistical techniques for managing common types of medical /
physiotherapeutic data. It uses various software packages for statistical analysis and data
management. It interprets the results of statistical analyses and critically evaluates the use of
statistics in the medical literature. It communicates effectively with statisticians and the wider
medical community, in writing and orally through presentation of results of statistical analyses. It
explores current and anticipated developments in medical statistics as applied to physiotherapists.
It is designed to teach entry-level physical therapy students the fundamentals of reading and
understanding research methods, design, and statistics.
OBJECTIVES:
At the end of the study of this subject the student should be able to:
1. Enumerate the steps in Physiotherapy research process.
2. Describe the importance & use of biostatistics for research work.
3. Acquire skills of reviewing literature, formulating a hypothesis, collecting data, writing
research proposal etc.
SYLLABUS
Didactic
Sr. No. Topics
Hours
1 RESEARCH IN PHYSIOTHERAPY 5
a. Introduction
b. Research for Physiotherapist: Why? How? When?
c. Research – Definition, concept, purpose, approaches
d. Internet sites for Physiotherapists.
2 RESEARCH FUNDAMENTALS 5
a. Define measurement
b. Measurement framework
c. Scales of measurement
d. Pilot Study
e. Types of variables
f. Reliability & Validity
g. Drawing Tables, Graphs, Master chart
Didactic
Sr. No. Topics
Hours
178
3 WRITING A RESEARCH PROPOSAL 3
a.Defining a problem
b.Review of Literature
c.Formulating a question, Operational Definition
d.Inclusion & Exclusion criteria
e.Methodology- Forming groups Data collection & method for
analysis
f. Informed Consent Steps of documentation – Title to Scope of
study
4 RESEARCH ETHICS 2
a. Importance of Ethics in Research

b. Main ethical issues in human subjects‟ research
c. Main ethical principles that govern research with human
subjects
d. Components of an ethically valid informed consent for
research.
5 OVERVIEW OF STUDY DESIGNS 3
a. Observational-
i. Descriptive-Case study/ series, Cross sectional,
Normative, Correlational
ii. Analytical; case control, cohort
b. Experimental- True & quasi experimental
6 SAMPLING 3
a. Random and non-random sampling.

b. Various methods of sampling – simple random, stratified,
systematic, cluster and multistage. Sampling and non-sampling
errors and methods of minimizing these errors.
7 BASIC PROBABILITY DISTRIBUTIONS AND SAMPLING 2

DISTRIBUTIONS
a. Concept of probability and probability distribution.

b. Normal, Poisson and Binomial distributions, parameters and
application.
c. Concept of sampling distributions.
d. Standard error and confidence intervals.
e. Skewness and Kurtosis
179
Didactic
Sr. No. Topics
Hours
8 TESTS OF SIGNIFICANCE 3
a. Basics of testing of hypothesis – Null and alternate hypothesis,
type I and type II errors, level of significance and power of the
test, p value.
b. Tests of significance (parametric) - t – test (paired and
unpaired), Chi square test and test of proportion, one way
analysis of variance.
c. Repeated measures analysis of variance.
d. Tests of significance (non-parametric)-Mann-Whitney u test,
Wilcoxon test,
e. Kruskal-Wallis analysis of variance. Friedman‟s analysis of
variance.
9 CORRELATION AND REGRESSION 1

Simple correlation – Pearson‟s and Spearman‟s; testing the
significance of correlation coefficient, linear and multiple
regressions.
10 STATISTICAL DATA 2
Tabulation, Calculation of central tendency and dispersion,
Using software packages, Analysis, Presentation of data in
diagrammatic & Graphic form
11 RESEARCH REPORT 1
Overview, Types and Publication
.
RECOMMENDED TEXT BOOK
1. Methods in Biostatistics - B.K. Mahajan
2. Research for physiotherapist-Hicks
180
THEORY : 50 Marks Marks
syllabus.
SAQ-to answer any FIVE out of SIX [5 x3] 15

Section-B-Q-2 & Q3
SAQ – to answer any THREE out of FOUR [3 x5] 15
Total Marks 50
Passing in the examination is Mandatory

C = less than50%.
181
SCHEME OF EXAMINATIONS AT A GLANCE – IV B.P.Th.
UNIVERSITY EXAMINATIONS COLLEGE

LEVEL
Subjects Theory Practical EXAMS
(Theory
University I.A. Total University I.A. Total only)
Musculoskeletal
80 20 100 80 20 100 ---
Physiotherapy
Neuro Physiotherapy
80 20 100 80 20 100 ---
Cardio-Vascular &
Respiratory
80 20 100 80 20 100 ---
Physiotherapy
Community
Physiotherapy 80 20 100 80 20 100 ---
Professional Practice &

--- --- --- --- --- --- 50
Ethics
Administration,
Management & --- --- --- --- --- --- 50
Marketing
Principles of
--- --- --- --- --- --- 50
Bioengineering
Research Methodology &
--- --- --- --- --- --- 50
Biostatistics
Total 320 80 400 320 80 400 200
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MAHARASHTRA UNIVERSITY OF HEALTH

BACHELOR OF PHYSIOTHERAPY (B.P.Th.)

This syllabus is applicable from the academic year 2012-2013

Sr. No. Topics Page No.

3. Framework of the curriculum 9

4. Subjects Schedule: year wise 13

`Physiotherapy‟ is a branch of modern medical science which includes

`Physiotherapist’ is a qualified professional who has acquired all the above

Physiotherapy or Physical Therapy (P.T.) is a Movement Science with an established theoretical

MISSION: To graduate knowledgeable, service-oriented, self-assured, adaptable, reflective

PSYCHOMOTOR SKILLS: The student must demonstrate the following skills.

3. Fine motor/hand skills:

4. Visual acuity to:

5. Auditory acuity to:

AFFECTIVE LEARNING SKILLS: The student must be able to:

COURSE DURATION: Four years and Six months of Internship.

a. Deals with understanding of altered physiology by studying pathology & Microbiology.

TRANSCRIPT HOURS - 1400

Sr. No. SUBJECTS Teaching

1 Professional practice & Ethics 015

BASIC MEDICAL SCIENCES

2 Human Anatomy 210

3 Human Physiology 200

5 Fundamentals of Kinesiology & Kinesiotherapy 250

6 Fundamentals of Electrotherapy 200

8 Observational clinical practice 415

TRANSCRIPT HOURS- 1400

Sr. No. SUBJECTS Teaching

1 Professional practice & Ethics 015

5 Psychiatry including Psychology 050

10 Supervised clinical practice 490

TRANSCRIPT HOURS- 1400

Sr. No. SUBJECTS Teaching

1 Professional practice & Ethics 015

9 Functional Diagnosis & Physiotherapeutic Skills 460

TRANSCRIPT HOURS -1465

Sr. No. SUBJECTS Teaching Hrs

1 Professional practice & Ethics 015

3 Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy 200

10 Supervised clinical practice 500

Sr. Subjects Didactic Practical/Demonstration Total

5 Biochemistry 046 004 050

 He /She shall observe and

Cognitive: The student will

Psychomotor: The student will be able to:

Sr. Topics Didactic Visits/ Total

 Upper limb and thoracic region

Didactic Practical Total

3] CARDIOVASCULAR & RESPIRATORY ANATOMY

4] To Obtain Knowledge of OTHER SYSTEMS & SENSORY ORGANS

Didactic Practical Total

a. General organization of Nervous System 5 5

RECOMMEMDED REFERENCE BOOKS

SCHEME OF UNIVERSITY EXAMINATION

Section A-MCQs Q-1 -MCQs – based on MUST KNOW area [ 1 x 20] 20

Q-2 - Answer any FIVE out of SIX [5 x 3 = 15]

This question should include:

T Should be based on:

LAQ should give break up of 15 marks e.g.[3 +5+7]

Year work on practicals performed 05

Sr. No. Topics Didactic hrs Practical hrs Total hrs

i. Structure of cell membrane